Overview
Search are supporting the recruitment of an Accountant to join our client's office in Fife or Edinburgh. Reporting into the Financial Controller, this is a permanent role offering full-time and flexible working options, including compressed hours or part-time arrangements.
Responsibilities
* Prepare management accounts including journal entries, accruals and prepayments
* Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning
* Bring accounts up to trial balance stage and maintain accurate financial records
* Assist with year-end audit, statutory returns, VAT, CIS and other regulatory filings
* Oversee day-to-day finance operations including payroll, credit control, invoicing, and supplier payments
* Contribute to reporting activities and support financial decision-making
* Participate in valuations, WIP management, and job costing across the team
* Liaise with external advisors and ensure compliance with financial standards
Skills and experience
* Demonstrable experience in a similar role, ideally within project-based or construction environment
* Qualified by Experience, Qualified or Part-Qualified Accountant
* Strong management accounting background with ability to handle varied tasks
* Confident working with financial data and reporting tools
* Excel skills and familiarity with accounting systems
* Experience with WIP and job costing is advantageous
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams
* Excellent communication skills
What’s in it for you
* Salary range of £38,000 - £45,000, depending on experience
* Flexible working options, including compressed hours or part-time
* Supportive team environment with scope for professional development
If you'd like to apply or find out more, please submit your CV at the earliest opportunity and/or get in touch at fergus.wade@search.co.uk.
Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
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