Job Description Robert Half is delighted to shortlist candidates for a new Management Accountant to join a growing and diverse business with interests across property, investment and commercial operations. Reporting to the Senior Finance Manager, you will take ownership of management accounting, financial reporting and financial control across a varied portfolio of entities. This role offers exposure to a broad range of activities, including management reporting, cash flow forecasting, budgeting, business partnering and process improvement, within a complex multi-entity environment. The business is based in an attractive city centre location with hybrid working on offer. Prepare monthly management accounts and supporting analysis for a portfolio of entities. Manage monthend processes, including journals, accruals, prepayments, intercompany accounting and balance sheet reconciliations. Support budgeting and forecasting activities, analysing variances and providing meaningful financial insight. Produce financial reporting and commentary for senior stakeholders. Support accounting activities relating to property and investment transactions, including acquisitions, disposals and development projects. Prepare and review VAT returns and assist with wider tax and compliance requirements. Assist with statutory accounts preparation and year-end audit processes. Maintain strong financial controls and ensure accurate financial records. Identify opportunities to improve reporting, systems and finance processes through automation and technology. Support ad hoc projects, financial analysis, modelling and business initiatives. Qualified, part-qualified or actively studying towards ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent. Experience preparing management accounts within a multi-entity, group or complex business environment. Strong understanding of month-end close, reconciliations, budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management. Advanced Excel skills and strong systems capability. Experience using cloud-based accounting software such as Xero or similar. Good understanding of UK accounting principles, VAT and financial controls. Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with both finance and non-finance stakeholders. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:
Accountancy Practice Management Accountant in Edinburgh employer: Robert Half
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