Finance Manager

Position: Finance Manager

Location: Glasgow or Perth

Work Pattern: Contract - Hybrid

We’re recruiting for a Finance Manager on behalf of a leading UK utilities and renewable energy organisation, supporting a major portfolio of operational and infrastructure projects across the renewable energy sector.

Responsibilities

* Lead the month end process, ensuring accuracy through the review and approval of key journals.

* Manage, mentor, and develop accountants and finance analysts to achieve their full potential.

* Take ownership of year end and half year processes, including the preparation and audit of statutory accounts.

* Ensure compliance with Group financial control policies, including oversight of balance sheet reconciliations.

* Oversee the seamless transition of completed development projects into the operational portfolio, while continuously improving processes to meet financial control requirements.

Qualifications

* A professional accounting qualification with practice or industry experience, in addition to up-to-date knowledge of IFRS and FRS101 accounting standards.

* Ability to deliver high quality financial statements and liaise with auditors. Strong analytical skills with ability to research, understand and resolve a wide range of finance issues.

* A solid understanding of core financial systems and general accounting procedures, coupled with flexibility, professionalism, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to delivering quality work under pressure