Management Accountant

Cross Resourcing; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A highly regarded professional services firm is looking for an experienced Management Accountant to join their Finance team. This key role will involve supporting strategic and operational initiatives, preparing budgets, managing accounts, and contributing to financial stability within a collaborative and inclusive culture. The position offers competitive salary and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth

Flexible working options

Modern office space

Qualifications

• Professionally qualified accountant with ACCA, CIMA, or CA qualification.
• Experience in legal or professional services is desirable.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Finance and assist in preparing the annual budget.
• Produce monthly management accounts and develop internal monitoring reports.
• Lead preparation and coordination of the annual audit process.

Skills

Analytical skills

Reporting

Interpersonal skills

Education

Professional accounting qualification (e.g. ACCA, CIMA, CA)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Finance systems (3E or iManage)

Job description

We are partnering with a highly regarded professional services firm to recruit an experienced Management Accountant to join their Finance team.

This is a key role offering the opportunity to contribute strategically and operationally within a collaborative, modern working environment.

The firm's Business Support teams are integral to ensuring legal professionals can focus on delivering exceptional client service. Within this structure, the Finance team plays a vital role in maintaining financial stability, driving efficiencies, and supporting the wider business through insight and control.

What you'll do
• Support the Head of Finance, including deputising as required
• Assist in preparing the annual budget and financial forecasts
• Produce monthly management accounts, including accruals and prepayments
• Develop and maintain internal monitoring reports for senior management
• Lead the preparation and coordination of the annual audit process
• Review ledger postings and ensure accurate variance analysis against budget
• Interrogate data and develop management reporting suites to support decision-making
• Submit VAT returns and maintain supporting documentation
• Support system enhancements and changes to reporting/accounting platforms

What you'll need
• Professionally qualified accountant (e.g. ACCA, CIMA, CA or equivalent)
• Previous experience in legal or professional services is desirable
• Commercially aware with strong analytical and reporting capabilities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Confident working with finance systems; experience with 3E or iManage is an advantage
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage varied workloads with accuracy
• Hands-on knowledge of legal finance operations, including billing, accounts payable, credit control, and client accounts

What you'll receive
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• A forward-thinking, supportive and inclusive culture
• Opportunities for professional growth and continued development
• Modern office space and flexible working options

What next

Contact Chelsey for more info or apply via the link below.

Equal Opportunities

Cross Resourcing is committed to equal opportunities regardless of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief and age.