Management Accountant

Banking & Financial Services
Clackmannanshire
August 2, 2025
£45000 - £45000
Permanent
Urgent

Job Description

Management Accountant

A Scottish Council is seeking a dynamic and qualified Management Accountant to join their Finance & Revenues team. Based in Kilncraigs with flexible hybrid working options (50% split), this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking local authority committed to delivering high-quality public services.
In your new role as a Management Accountant, you will act as a strategic business partner to service areas, providing expert financial analysis and advice to support decision-making and drive service improvement. Reporting to the Management Accountancy Team Leader, you will lead a small team and play a key role in budget management, forecasting, financial reporting, and statutory returns.
Key responsibilities include:

  • Supporting services in budget preparation, monitoring, and variance analysis
  • Leading on financial performance reporting and business case development
  • Preparing final accounts and contributing to the annual statutory accounts process
  • Developing performance indicators and supporting long-term financial planning
  • Ensuring compliance with financial regulations and accounting standards

What you’ll need to succeed

  • A fully qualified accountant (CCAB/CIMA)
  • Experienced in a similar financial environment, ideally within the public sector
  • Skilled in financial systems and advanced spreadsheet modelling
  • An effective communicator with the ability to explain complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders
  • A proactive leader with strong organisational and time management skills

What you’ll get in return

  • Competitive salary of £45,187 – £50,881
  • Flexible hybrid working (minimum two days in-office)
  • Generous public sector pension scheme (20-30% employer contribution)
  • 34 days annual leave plus 7 public holidays
  • Supportive team environment with opportunities for professional development
  • The chance to make a real impact in a community-focused organisation
  • Free Car Parking

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