Management Accountant

Hays PLC; Alloa; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Une autorité locale en Écosse recherche un Comptable de Gestion dynamique et qualifié pour rejoindre son équipe Finance & Revenus. Ce poste clé implique de fournir des analyses financières pour améliorer les services publics tout en bénéficiant de modalités de travail hybrides flexibles et d'un environnement soutenant le développement professionnel.

Benefits

Pension généreuse du secteur public (20-30% de contribution de l'employeur)

34 jours de congés annuels plus 7 jours fériés

Environnement d'équipe solidaire

Stationnement gratuit

Qualifications

• Comptable entièrement qualifié (CCAB/CIMA).
• Expérience dans un environnement financier similaire, de préférence dans le secteur public.
• Compétences avancées en tableau Excel.

Responsibilities

• Préparer et analyser les budgets.
• Rendre compte de la performance financière.
• Préparer les comptes annuels.

Skills

Expertise financière

Analyse budgétaire

Modélisation de feuilles de calcul

Communication efficace

Leadership proactif

Education

Comptable qualifié (CCAB/CIMA)

Tools

Systèmes financiers

Job description

Management Accountant

A Scottish Council is seeking a dynamic and qualified Management Accountant to join their Finance & Revenues team. Based in Kilncraigs with flexible hybrid working options (50% split), this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking local authority committed to delivering high-quality public services.

In your new role as a Management Accountant, you will act as a strategic business partner to service areas, providing expert financial analysis and advice to support decision-making and drive service improvement. Reporting to the Management Accountancy Team Leader, you will lead a small team and play a key role in budget management, forecasting, financial reporting, and statutory returns.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting services in budget preparation, monitoring, and variance analysis
• Leading on financial performance reporting and business case development
• Preparing final accounts and contributing to the annual statutory accounts process
• Developing performance indicators and supporting long-term financial planning
• Ensuring compliance with financial regulations and accounting standards

What you'll need to succeed

• A fully qualified accountant (CCAB/CIMA)
• Experienced in a similar financial environment, ideally within the public sector
• Skilled in financial systems and advanced spreadsheet modelling
• An effective communicator with the ability to explain complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders
• A proactive leader with strong organisational and time management skills

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary of £45,187 - £50,881
• Flexible hybrid working (minimum two days in-office)
• Generous public sector pension scheme (20-30% employer contribution)
• 34 days annual leave plus 7 public holidays
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for professional development
• The chance to make a real impact in a community-focused organisation
• Free Car Parking

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