Financial Accountant A great opportunity for a qualified Financial Accountant to lead statutory financial reporting and audit preparation within a dynamic public sector finance team. If youve also worked in the following roles, wed also like to hear from you: Financial Controller, Management Accountant, Finance Manager, Financial Analyst, Audit Accountant SALARY: £42,717 pro rata LOCATION: Hybrid role, working part from the office in Glasgow, Scotland (G40) and part from home JOB TYPE: Full-Time, 6 Month Fixed Term Contract WORKING HOURS: 35 Hours per Week JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Financial Accountant to lead on the preparation and delivery of annual statutory accounts in line with IFRS, FReM and public sector financial reporting standards. As a Financial Accountant you will coordinate year-end close processes, ensure accurate financial statements, and act as the primary contact for external auditors to deliver a smooth audit process. The Financial Accountant will apply strong technical accounting and analytical skills, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks while supporting continuous improvement of financial controls. APPLY TODAY Ready to make your next career move? Apply Now for our Recruitment Team to review. DUTIES Your duties as the Financial Accountant include: Prepare Annual Financial Statements: Produce statutory accounts for multiple entities in line with IFRS, FReM and CIPFA standards Lead Year-End Close: Coordinate the year-end close process, ensuring timely reconciliations and audit readiness Manage External Audit: Act as the key point of contact for auditors, responding to requests and resolving issues Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Maintain adherence to public sector accounting frameworks and audit requirements Provide Technical Advice: Offer accounting guidance and support to colleagues across the organisation Maintain Financial Controls: Strengthen internal controls and ensure all financial processes are documented and effective Manage Taxation and Insurance: Oversee VAT returns, tax computations and insurance matters Support Continuous Improvement: Review and refine reporting schedules and year-end documentation CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS ESSENTIAL Professionally qualified accountant (e.g. ICAS, ACCA, CIPFA, CIMA) Proven experience in preparing financial statements and statutory reporting Strong knowledge of IFRS, FReM and public sector accounting frameworks Experience liaising with external auditors and audit teams Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills Ability to manage multiple deadlines and deliver under pressure DESIRABLE Experience using IRIS accounting software or similar Background in multi-entity consolidation or intercompany reporting Experience driving process improvements in financial reporting BENEFITS Flexible and hybrid working options Generous annual leave allowance Cycle2Work scheme Pension scheme with employer contributions Professional development and learning support Staff discounts and employee wellbeing initiatives APPLY TODAY By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose. JOB REF: AWDO-C14021 Full-Time, Fixed Term Contract Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Glasgow, Scotland. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency. AWD-IN-SPJ