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Reed Finance are seeking a Qualified Management Accountant to efficiently and effectively support one of our clients based in Edinburgh City Centre. This role involves working closely with the Finance Director and requires a highly organised, proactive professional with strong SME experience, preferably in the professional services sector.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Prepare and review high-quality monthly management accounts and provide comprehensive commentary to reflect business performance, adhering to required deadlines
- Handle the preparation, review, and sign-off of year-end accounts, including liaison with auditors
- Conduct detailed financial analysis, including KPI analysis at various levels (firm, group, partner team, and individual)
- Manage net profitability reporting and prepare monthly cash flow and profit and loss forecasts
- Develop annual budgets and budgeted cash flows within agreed timelines, monitoring and reporting on deviations
- Ensure accurate preparation and timely submission of statutory and regulatory requirements including VAT returns, government statistical returns, and PAYE settlement agreement returns
- Review and sign off monthly payroll and authorise online bank payments, ensuring compliance with firm standards/protocols
- Complete tax analysis work, prepare tax computations, and review the firm’s tax return submissions
- Manage annual insurance policy renewals and provide company secretarial services for all group companies
- Provide guidance and training within the finance team on financial processes and manage the firm’s financial dashboard
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Qualified accountant (ICAS/ICAEW/CIMA/ACCA or equivalent) with strong SME experience
- Professional services sector experience is preferred
- Highly organised and able to work autonomously, prioritising tasks to meet tight deadlines
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a customer-focused approach
To apply for the Management Accountant position, please contact Roddy Mackenzie –
