Location & Working Hours
Kelso or Bathgate (Hybrid: flexibility available, roughly 50/50 split). Monday to Thursday with a 1:00 PM finish every Friday.
Role Purpose
Acts as the technical lead and subject matter expert (SME) for the UK accounting function. It handles complex areas of the balance sheet, statutory reporting, and high‑level financial projects to support the Accounting Manager and UK organization.
Key Responsibilities
* Support UK statutory accounting, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance ensuring adherence to UK GAAP/US GAAP.
* Support internal and external audit processes; provide oversight for tax, payroll tax, and indirect taxes (VAT).
* Assist Accounting Manager with quarter‑end reporting, technical reconciliations, and complex balance sheet management.
* Act as technical anchor for ad‑hoc financial projects, including grant applications, system improvements, and process automation.
* Apply continuous improvement mindset to identify and resolve process gaps, troubleshoot financial discrepancies independently.
Essential Requirements
* Fully Qualified Accountant (ACCA preferred, or CIMA/ICAS).
* Deep knowledge of technical accounting standards, statutory reporting and audit requirements.
* Significant experience in technical accounting and audits with strong grasp of tax and payroll compliance.
* Experience with financial systems and interest in new technologies (AI, automation) to drive efficiency.
* Strong critical thinking and ability to work independently on complex problems.
Candidate Profile
* Experienced professional who thrives on the technical side of finance and enjoys handling complex tasks independently.
* Self‑motivated, proactive, identifies risks and opportunities for improvement before flagged.
* Adaptable in dynamic environment, able to pivot between statutory reporting and specialized projects.
* Seeking a grounded career step with long‑term stability and influence on UK/regional and global financial processes.
Benefits
* Hybrid working model 50/50 and 1:00 PM finish every Friday.
* Variety beyond routine month‑end tasks.
* Opportunity to join growing UK business within global organisation.
* Bespoke development plan, online learning, formal development programmes.
* Full‑time permanent contract.
* Enhanced pension contributions, 33 days annual leave inclusive of public holidays, paid family leave.
* Private medical insurance, group income protection insurance, EAP, electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, cycle‑to‑work scheme, volunteer time off, flexible hybrid working available.
* Life assurance, occupational health, vision care discounts, discount schemes, company sick pay scheme, onsite gym.
EEO Statement
We welcome applications from under‑represented groups and candidates, regardless of background. We are a Disability Confident committed employer and recruit purely on the basis of skills and experience.
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