At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the month-end close process and deliver accurate financial reporting.
- Company: Join a leading defence organisation with a growing finance team.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, competitive salary, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities to work closely with senior stakeholders.
- Why this job: Make an impact in the defence sector while advancing your accounting career.
- Qualifications: Qualified Accounting Manager or first-time mover from Audit/Practice.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Accounting Manager to join a growing finance function within a leading defence organisation. This role sits within Central Finance and is responsible for leading the month end close process, maintaining a robust financial control environment, and delivering accurate financial reporting to senior stakeholders. This position would suit an experienced Accounting Manager or a first time mover from Audit/Practice looking to transition into industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate the end-to-end month end close process across multiple business areas
- Prepare and review journals, balance sheet reconciliations and monthly management accounts
- Analyse financial performance, providing commentary on key variances, trends, risks and opportunities
- Ensure compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, US GAAP and UK GAAP standards
- Act as the lead contact for external auditors, providing supporting documentation and technical accounting guidance
We think you need these skills to ace Accounting Manager in Edinburgh
Financial Reporting
Month End Close Process
Journals Preparation
Balance Sheet Reconciliations
Management Accounts
Financial Analysis
Variance Analysis
