Management Accountant

Department: Finance
Salary: £35,000–£45,000 DOE
Reporting to: Managing Director
Location: Remote / Work from Home
Hours: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week

The role is primarily working from home. Candidates based in Aberdeen or elsewhere in Scotland are particularly desirable, although the company is open to candidates based anywhere for the right person.

For a candidate based in Aberdeen. The successful candidate would have the opportunity to meet with the team approximately once a week, with additional face-to-face meetings where required for collaboration and brainstorming.

Responsible for - Undertaking all aspects of financial management, including corporate accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, budget and forecasts preparation, as well as development of internal control policies and procedures

Financial Responsibility - Company Accounts

Purpose and objectives of the role

The primary responsibility for the Management Accountant is to undertake all aspects of financial management, including corporate accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, budget, and forecasts preparation, as well as development of internal control policies and procedures. Management Accountant's responsibilities will also include financial risk management.

The MA will have the ability to motivate the finance team, to produce quality materials within tight time frames and simultaneously manage several projects.

Additional information:

• This is a standalone finance role rather than a team management position. The key focus will be on cash management, cash-flow forecasting, weekly management accounts, weekly P&L and weekly balance sheet reporting, as well as monitoring and supporting the timely collection of customer payments and overall cash flow.
• The successful candidate will be expected to work with a high degree of autonomy, take ownership of their responsibilities and use their own initiative.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Responsible for the provision of monthly management accounts and monthly reporting across the company’s portfolio.
• Oversee the bookkeeping function, monitor costs, produce cash-flow reports, VAT and adhoc projects to improve processes.
• Ensure timely monthly financial statements and MI to senior management.
• Coordinate and direct the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts and report variances
• Coordinate the preparation of regulatory reporting
• Research technical accounting issues for compliance
• Support month-end and year-end close process
• Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
• Additional controller duties as necessary
• Ensure all Quality Management system requirements are followed

Additional duties and responsibilities:

• Preparation of management board packs, including presenting financial information in clear PowerPoint presentations, graphs and other visual formats.
• Experience submitting R&D claims to Revenue would be a significant advantage.
• Experience preparing grant applications would be an advantage.
• Experience with contract review would be beneficial, including identifying key financial or commercial considerations and determining when legal input may be required.
• The successful candidate will be expected to work independently and be capable of addressing issues without needing constant support from senior management.
• The role will involve working towards high-level KPIs and taking ownership of financial responsibilities.
• The company is open to candidates who do not have all of the additional experience listed above, provided they demonstrate the ability and willingness to learn. Mentoring and development will be available on the job.

Special Requirements

• Proven working experience within a financial setting
• 2+ years of overall combined accounting and finance experience
• Degree in Accounting/Qualified by experience preferred or working towards financial qualifications in an accountancy role
• CA or CIMA preferred
• Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures
• Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year end close process
• Experience with Xero is an advantage
• Advanced Excel skills

Additional information:

• Candidates working towards formal accounting qualifications will be considered. ACCA or CIMA studies are acceptable, with the company open to candidates working towards their final examinations.
• Advanced Excel skills are required, including confidence using formulas.
• Xero is the accounting software currently used by the company.
• Experience within the software industry would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Experience preparing management board packs is highly desirable.
• Experience with R&D claims submitted to Revenue is advantageous.
• Experience with grant applications is advantageous.
• Experience with contract review is advantageous.

Benefits

• Private healthcare
• 7% company pension contribution
• EMI share option scheme for employees who have been with the company for two years
• Life insurance
• Salary Review
• 32 days annual leave
• Team & Personal Attributes

The company is looking for someone who will work well within a close-knit team and who demonstrates:

• Strong communication skills
• A collaborative approach
• A positive and team-oriented personality
• Self-motivation and initiative
• The ability to work autonomously
• The ability to manage responsibilities without constant senior-management support
• A willingness to learn and develop additional areas of responsibility

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