Management Accountant

Ferguson Transport (Spean Bridge) Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferguson Transport & Shipping seeks a qualified Head of Accounting to join their team in a full-time role. You will oversee finance operations, ensuring compliance with accounting principles while managing a diverse team. This opportunity includes competitive benefits and potential for relocation support.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company pension

Loyalty bonus scheme

Enhanced annual leave

Occupational health surveillance

Group life assurance

Temporary accommodation support

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head of Accounting or similar role.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Extensive knowledge of financial services and accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee finance and accounting systems and ensure timely month-end close.
• Handle reconciliations and management reporting.
• Mentor the finance team and support systems development.

Skills

Leadership

Organisation

Communication

Education

ICAS, ACCA or CIMA Qualification

Job description

About the Opportunity

Founded in 1959, Ferguson Transport & Shipping is a family-owned and operated business. With over 65 years of experience in the haulage industry, Ferguson Transport & Shipping is one of the largest independent transport and distribution companies in the Highlands and Islands of Scotland.

About the role

Full-time, permanent role, reporting to the Group Finance Director. This position requires a fully qualified accountant (ICAS, ACCA, or CIMA) to work alongside our Payroll & Accounts Manager, overseeing the company's finance and accounting systems. The successful candidate will be responsible for timely month-end close processes, reconciliations, and management reporting.

This is a hands-on role, requiring working knowledge and experience in accounting disciplines including financial accounting, compliance, projections, budgeting, cash flow forecasting, systems development, and mentoring the finance team.

Benefits

Competitive salary, company pension, loyalty bonus scheme, and enhanced annual leave. Occupational health surveillance and group life assurance are also provided.

Temporary accommodation and relocation support may be available for the right candidate.

About the individual

• Proven experience as a Head of Accounting or similar leadership role
• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ICAS, ACCA, CIMA) is essential
• Strong organisational skills, demonstrated leadership, and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Extensive knowledge of financial services and accounting principles
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

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