Meraki Talent is delighted to be supporting a well-established and growing Scottish business in the appointment of a Senior Accountant in Edinburgh on a permanent basis, paying up to £60k.
The Company
Operating across a diverse portfolio of consumer-focused businesses, our client has built a strong reputation through consistent growth, investment and long-term success. With a collaborative culture and a highly visible finance function, this role offers the opportunity to take ownership, influence decision-making and play a key role in the continued development of the finance team.
The Role
Reporting to the Financial Controller, this position offers a broad and varied remit with significant exposure to senior leadership and operational stakeholders.
Key responsibilities
- Production and review of monthly management accounts across a multi-entity portfolio
- Budgeting, forecasting and cashflow reporting
- Balance sheet reconciliations and month-end close activities
- Variance analysis and provision of meaningful business performance insights
- Supporting year-end processes and external audit requirements
- VAT returns and associated compliance responsibilities
- Business partnering with stakeholders across multiple sites and departments
- Identifying opportunities to improve financial controls, reporting and processes
- Supervising, mentoring and developing a team of finance professionals
- Supporting ad-hoc commercial and finance improvement projects
Why Apply?
- £50,000 – £60,000 dependent on experience
- Hybrid
- Flexibility
- Stable and growing organisation with an excellent reputation
- Genuine progression
- Direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making
- Opportunity to develop and shape a finance team
- Broad role offering significant variety
- Edinburgh city centre location
- Staff discount scheme
- Enhanced annual leave with additional service
- Pension increase option via salary sacrifice
- Employee Assistance Programme
Candidate Profile
- Qualified ACCA, CIMA, ICAS or QBE
- Management accounting experience within a fast-paced commercial environment
- Experience managing multiple entities, locations or operational business units
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- Prior team leadership, mentoring or supervisory experience would be advantageous
- Candidates making their first move from practice will also be considered
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