Financial Accountant / Group Accountant

Job Description Hutcheon Mearns is delighted to be engaged on a Group Financial Accountant role for an global business based in Edinburgh. The business has sites throughout the globe and is a market leader in its respective field. It is seeking a newly qualified accountant to fulfil the role of Group Financial Accountant to join its talented technical accounting team. The role is offering up to £50,000 per annum + bonus and additional benefits.

The role of Group Financial Accountant will report into the Financial Reporting Manager and will work closely the wider finance and business as a source of technical accounting knowledge. As Group Financial Accountant, you will be charged with delivering efficient month and year end results in adherence to technical accounting regulation. Moreover, you will be involved in process and controls improvement projects, as well as playing a role in the implementation new accounting regulation where necessary.

This role should be viewed as great opportunity for you to join a high calibre finance team that provide a stellar learning environment and the opportunity to progress through the team - both vertically (within financial reporting) or laterally (into other areas of finance) - following a 18-24 month period of strong performance.

Production of accurate monthly and annual financial statements
Maintenance of the balance sheet including reconciliations
Support the external audit process acting as a liaison
Maintenance and development of internal control and financial policy
Liaise with colleagues in finance and the wider business as necessary
Support projects e.g. systems development, process improvement etc.

Newly qualified accountant (ICAS, ACCA, ICAEW or equivalent)
Experience of working in a financial accounting or regulatory role including audit
Good knowledge of accounting standards including IFRS and/or FRS102
Strong working knowledge of MS Excel
The role of Group Financial Accountant is offering the following package:

Performance bonus
Generous pension contribution
Generous holiday allowance
Private healthcare policy
The office is based in Edinburgh and is easily accessible via public transport. Moreover, the business operates a hybrid working policy with the team typically attending the office 2-3 days per week depending on business needs.