Job Title: Finance & Accounting Specialist Contract Duration: 12 months Working Arrangement: Hybrid - 2 days onsite in Glasgow or Edinburgh Key Responsibilities: Review the existing finance and reporting processes, including the Oracle ledger, identify opportunities for improvement, implement recommended changes, and provide training to the finance team. Lead the preparation of the annual report and accounts in line with FReM and SPFM requirements, coordinating with internal and external auditors.
Represent the finance function at Audit & Risk Committee meetings and present financial updates and reports to the Board, Audit & Risk Committee, and Scottish Government. Oversee IFRS 16 lease accounting, account reconciliations, key financial controls, and finance performance indicators. Support the annual budgeting process, develop financial models, and contribute to long-term financial planning and strategic decision-making. Essential Requirements: Professionally qualified through ACCA/CCAB, with CPD requirements up to date.
Advanced part-qualified candidates will also be considered. Excellent knowledge of budgeting, financial planning, and financial management. Strong technical accounting expertise. Proven experience in year-end financial accounts preparation, with the ability to lead the external audit process. Hands-on experience preparing monthly management accounts. Advanced Excel skills, particularly in financial modelling.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience presenting financial information to senior management, the Board, and Audit & Risk Committees. Experience in staff development, mentoring, and coaching.
Desirable
Experience:
Familiarity with Oracle Financials. Knowledge of Scottish Government budgeting cycles and procurement procedures. Experience preparing Scottish Government consolidation and Whole of Government Accounts (WGA) submissions. Public sector accounting knowledge, including the Financial Reporting Manual (FReM), Scottish Public Finance Manual (SPFM), and IFRS 16 lease accounting.
Finance & Accounting Specialist in Scotland employer: Harvey Nash
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