At a Glance
- Tasks: Support financial planning for a major event and monitor project budgets.
- Company: Dynamic Glasgow-based organisation with a focus on collaboration.
- Benefits: Hybrid work model, competitive pay, and valuable experience in finance.
- Other info: Immediate start for a 10-12 week role with potential for growth.
- Why this job: Join a fast-paced environment and make a real impact on exciting projects.
- Qualifications: Experience in production accounting and strong Excel skills required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Rutherford Cross is pleased to be supporting a Glasgow-based organisation with the appointment of an Interim Production Accountant. This role will provide key financial support in the planning and delivery of a major event over a 10-12 week period.
Position: Production Accountant
Duration: 10-12 weeks
Location: Glasgow City Centre (hybrid)
Start date: Immediate
Key Responsibilities:
- Partner with budget owners to develop comprehensive budgets and forecasts, offering challenge, support, and financial guidance throughout the process
- Monitor project revenues and costs against agreed budgets, identifying emerging risks and working with stakeholders to implement corrective actions, where required
- Produce regular management reports, financial dashboards, and variance analyses to support decision-making by project leads and senior management
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, ensuring effective cost control across multiple projects, locations, and business functions
- Collaborate with commercial and operational teams to ensure contractual commitments and their financial implications are correctly reflected in reporting and forecasts
- Take ownership of contract administration and reporting activities within the corporate services function
- Ensure budget holders comply with established financial, procurement, legal, and HR policies throughout project planning and delivery
- Support the processing of day-to-day financial transactions, including invoices, expenses, and payroll entries, using Xero and other relevant systems
- Raise purchase orders and sales invoices, ensuring documentation is completed accurately and in a timely manner
- Track project milestones, deliverables, and key deadlines, proactively following up on outstanding actions when necessary
- Handle confidential and sensitive information professionally, maintaining the highest standards of discretion
- Provide broader support to the Finance team, assisting with ad hoc tasks and responsibilities as required
The Ideal Candidate:
- Experience in a production accounting or project accounting role
- Experience tracking and reporting on project income and expenditure
- Strong financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting skills
- Excellent Excel skills
- Immediately available
For more information on this role, please contact Christina McLean at Rutherford Cross. Our client is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity.
Interim Production Accountant employer: Rutherford Cross
Rutherford Cross is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of Glasgow City Centre. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, we provide opportunities for meaningful contributions to major projects while fostering a collaborative culture that values diversity and inclusion. Our hybrid working model ensures flexibility, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life effectively.
