Group Management Accountant

Group Management Accountant

Location: Edinburgh

Job Type: Full-Time - Circa £55,000

We are looking for a qualified and motivated Group Management Accountant to join our Finance team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work within a large and dynamic organisation, supporting key financial processes and helping drive informed business decision-making.

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• A supportive, collaborative and inclusive working environment.
• Ongoing professional development.
• The chance to be part of one of Scotland's leading public transport organisations.
• Free travel on all Lothian buses and Edinburgh Trams across Edinburgh and the surrounding areas, plus a 90% discount on an additional travel pass for a family member or friend.
• Automatic enrolment into our fully funded HSF Health Plan, providing support with a wide range of healthcare costs, including optical and dental treatment, physiotherapy, podiatry and much more. Cover is also provided for your children under 18 at no additional cost.
• Access to a comprehensive employee benefits package, including discounts at hundreds of retailers and an Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential advice and support.

• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Analyse financial performance against budgets and forecasts.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and financial planning activities.
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations and maintain financial controls.
• Assist with VAT returns, statutory accounts, audits and regulatory reporting.
• Provide financial support and guidance to managers across the business.
• Identify and implement improvements to finance processes and systems.
• Support, mentor and review the work of junior finance team members.
• Contribute to finance projects and wider business initiatives.

• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA or ACA).
• Strong experience preparing management accounts.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capability.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Experience handling confidential financial information.
• Strong team player with the ability to build effective working relationships.

• Experience with in a commercial or operational finance environment.
• Business partnering experience with non-finance teams.
• Knowledge of finance systems and reporting tools.
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience.