Management Accountant (Temporary)(Full Time) - REN15293

Renfrewshire Council; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangement

Development opportunities

Job summary

OneRen, part of Renfrewshire Council, seeks a Management Accountant (Temporary, Full Time) to support budgeting, planning and reporting organisation-wide. You will provide expert financial advice, analysis and insights to inform strategic decisions and assist in delivering the organisation's Business Plan.

You will work in a hybrid setup within the Finance & Governance team, collaborating with senior managers and budget holders while driving continuous improvement in financial processes and

Qualifications

• Full professional accounting qualification (CCAB or equivalent).
• Experience providing financial support to managers and budget holders.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and governance controls.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support financial planning, budgeting and forecasting across OneRen.
• Provide financial advice and management information to senior leaders.
• Develop and enhance financial reporting processes and systems.
• Lead financial modelling, business cases and project appraisals.
• Support revenue budgeting and long-term planning.
• Assist with annual accounts and statutory returns.
• Monitor performance and identify financial trends.

Skills

Budgeting & forecasting

Financial analysis

Stakeholder communication

Financial reporting

Education

CCAB or equivalent

Tools

Financial ledger systems

Reporting tools

Job description

Management Accountant (Temporary)(Full Time) - REN15293

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About OneRen

At OneRen, we are passionate about making a positive difference to the communities we serve. As a leading charitable organisation delivering culture, leisure, sport and community services across Renfrewshire, we are committed to excellence, innovation, fairness and integrity in everything we do. We foster a collaborative and supportive working environment where people are empowered to contribute, grow and make an impact.

The Role

We're looking for a talented and motivated Management Accountant to join our Finance & Governance team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified finance professional to play a key role in supporting financial planning, budget management and financial reporting across the organisation. Working closely with senior managers, budget holders and the wider Finance team, you'll provide expert financial advice, analysis and insight that helps inform strategic decision-making and supports the successful delivery of OneRen's Business Plan.

Key Responsibilities

• Support financial planning, budgeting and forecasting activities across OneRen.
• Provide financial advice, analysis and management information to senior leaders and budget holders.
• Develop and enhance financial reporting processes and systems to ensure high-quality financial information.
• Lead and contribute to financial modelling, business cases and project appraisals.
• Support revenue budget setting and long-term financial planning processes.
• Assist with the preparation of annual accounts and statutory returns.
• Monitor financial performance and identify trends to support informed decision-making.
• Work collaboratively with managers to develop business plans and investment opportunities.
• Drive continuous improvement of financial processes, controls and governance arrangements.
• Support organisational transformation projects and service developments through expert financial guidance.

About You

We're seeking a proactive, analytical and customer-focused finance professional who is eager to make a difference.

You will have:

• A full professional accounting qualification (CCAB or equivalent).
• Experience providing financial support and advice to managers and budget holders, ideally within the public or charitable sector.
• Experience in budget management, financial reporting and supporting annual accounts.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of financial governance and controls.
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly and confidently.
• Experience using financial ledger systems and reporting tools, alongside strong IT skills.
• The ability to build effective working relationships and influence non-financial stakeholders.
• A positive attitude towards change, continuous improvement and collaborative working.

What We Offer

• Hybrid working arrangement.
• The opportunity to influence strategic decision-making across a highly respected community organisation.
• A varied and rewarding role supporting projects that make a real difference to local communities.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• The chance to work for an organisation that values Integrity, Excellence, Creativity and Fairness at the heart of everything it does.

Additional Information

You may be required to work at any locations across OneRen in accordance with the needs of the business.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure Scotland Level 1 check.If you would like further information in relation to the Disclosure Scotland checks, please visit their website.

Applications are welcome from candidates from all backgrounds including those with disabilities and candidates who have ‘care experience’.