Job Description

The Role

The position of Financial Accountant is a brand-new vacancy due an additional head being signed off as a result of further growth and expansion. To be considered you must possess strong technical accounting skills with the ability to engage senior stakeholders right across the globe including interaction & participation with several high value projects.

On Offer

The role of Financial Accountant will offer a salary of £40,000 - £45,000 plus a highly competitive benefits package. The offices premises are based in Edinburgh and easily accessible via public transport with parking facilitates onsite.

You will be involved in but not restricted to the following duties:

• Draft financial statements for review by the Financial Controller.
• Participation in a number of high value & business critical projects
• Business partnering with locally and international based stakeholders including non-financial individuals
• Assisting with the production of financial statements in accordance with local and international legislation & standards
• Assisting with monthly, quarterly and yearly closing
• Ensuring the integrity of the balance sheet and general ledger
• Liaising with internal and external auditors
• Reviewing and developing processes, procedures and controls
• Assisting with ERP developments
• Liaising with key other business functions - treasury, taxation, IT, legal etc.
• Assisting with merger and acquisition integrations

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Qualified Accountant (ICAS, ACCA, ICAEW, CIMA) is essential. Strong technical financial accounting skills, Excellent knowledge of FRS102 - experience in preparing FRS102 financial statements. Proactive self starter with proven ability to problem solve complex issues. Excellent communicator and strong team player. Presence of character to command respect and build productive and collaborative working relationships at all levels