Senior Accountant – 12‑month Fixed‑Term (Glasgow)

About the role

We are seeking an ambitious Senior Accountant to join the Operational Finance team in Glasgow on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract. Reporting to the Financial Controller with a dotted line to the CFO, you will provide financial insight to senior leadership and support strategic decision‑making across the business.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts in line with reporting deadlines.
• Deliver insightful financial analysis, commentary and actionable recommendations to senior leadership.
• Prepare and reconcile balance‑sheet accounts across the group.
• Support the preparation of monthly board packs, including detailed variance analysis and performance reporting.
• Produce KPI reporting and operational insight to support business performance and strategic objectives.
• Assist with cash‑flow forecasts and wider financial planning activities.
• Build strong relationships with operational, commercial and sales functions as a trusted finance partner.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across finance processes, controls, systems and reporting efficiency.
• Identify opportunities for automation, enhanced reporting and operational efficiencies.
• Mentor and support Assistant Accountants, developing capability within the finance team.
• Support direct and indirect tax activities across the wider group structure.

Required profile

• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CA or CIMA).
• Previous experience in management accounting or finance business partnering.
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to translate financial information into clear business insight.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, confident engaging senior leadership.
• Proactive, solutions‑focused mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.
• Motivated, adaptable and able to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to join an innovative and commercially focused organisation.
• Exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic business initiatives.
• A role where you can directly influence performance, process improvement and operational success.