Description
Experienced Management Accountant Required ASAP - Edinburgh, Public sector - Contract 12 - 24 months
The post holder will be responsible for providing specialised financial and management accounting advice to Finance Managers, budget holders and senior management. In addition the post holder will be responsible for monthly management reporting, budgeting and financial planning, statutory reporting and ensuring compliance with the delegated financial authority framework. The postholder will also manage the processes for accounting for fixed assets (non current assets) and VAT.
Qualifications/Experience
*Hold a recognised professional accountancy qualification eg CIMA, ACCA or finalist.
*Experience of a Windows based financial management system (preferably Agresso)
*Experience of critically analysing business planning and financial information
*Previous experience of managing an accounting section.
*Experience of communicating financial information verbally and in writing to non-financial personnel and tailoring your approach to make sure this is understood.
Knowledge
*Experience of preparing financial accounts under International Accounting Standards (IAS).
*Specific knowledge and understanding of accounting for fixed assets (non current expenditure) including revaluations and indexation under IAS.
*Awareness of relevant policies and procedures eg Financial Policy and Guidance Manual, Delegated Financial and Procurement Authorities, Freedom of Information and Data Protection
*Competent in the use of Microsoft Office packages including Excel, Word, SharePoint, etc.
Skills
*Investigative mind with an ability to identify and understand problems and communicate solutions quickly and effectively.
*Good planning and organisational skills to be clear on priorities and appropriately plan to achieve deadlines.
*Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
*Ability to collate and interpret financial information.
Key Behaviours
*Problem Solving & Decision - ability to identify a broad range of solutions and take decisions that tackle the root cause of problems.
*Planning, implementation and control - ability to a systematic course of action and follow it through to ensure full implementation on time
*Building and Maintaining Relationships - sharing of ideas and experience to achieve a common objective.
*Determined & Resilient
Candidates also require a valid Basic Disclosure within the last 12 months.
If interested then please send an updated CV ASAP.
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