Finance Manager
Posted 3 days ago by Tait Mackay Ltd.
£60,000 Per year
Fixed-Term
Hybrid
Fife, Scotland, United Kingdom
Summary: The Finance Manager role is a 6-month fixed-term contract based in Fife, Scotland, aimed at experienced accountants to support a period of business transformation. The position involves preparing management accounts, overseeing balance sheet reconciliations, and driving process improvements within the finance function. The ideal candidate will possess strong stakeholder engagement skills and a proactive approach to financial management. This opportunity offers a competitive salary and flexible working arrangements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Preparation and delivery of accurate and timely monthly management accounts
- Oversight and review of balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and completeness
- Business partnering with key internal stakeholders to provide financial insight and support decision-making
- Drive process improvement initiatives across the finance function to enhance efficiency and control
- Support budgeting and forecasting activities
- Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting standards
Key Skills:
- A fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ICAS, or equivalent) or qualified by experience
- Strong background in management accounting and financial reporting
- Proven experience in balance sheet review and reconciliation
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- Strong analytical mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
- Comfortable working in a dynamic and changing environment
Salary (Rate): £60,000.00 yearly
City: Fife
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: fixed-term
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: Finance
Job Title: Finance Manager (6 Month Fixed Term Contract)
Location: Fife, Scotland
Salary: FTE circa £60k
Contract Type: Fixed Term (6 Months)
Start Date: ASAP
The Opportunity: Tait Mackay is partnering with our client in Fife to recruit an experienced and proactive Finance Manager for a 6 month fixed term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant (or qualified by experience) to step into a key finance role and make a meaningful impact during a period of business transformation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Preparation and delivery of accurate and timely monthly management accounts
- Oversight and review of balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and completeness
- Business partnering with key internal stakeholders to provide financial insight and support decision-making
- Drive process improvement initiatives across the finance function to enhance efficiency and control
- Support budgeting and forecasting activities
- Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting standards
About You: A fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ICAS, or equivalent) or qualified by experience Strong background in management accounting and financial reporting Proven experience in balance sheet review and reconciliation Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills Strong analytical mindset with a focus on continuous improvement Comfortable working in a dynamic and changing environment
What We Offer: FTE salary up to circa £60k + benefits including a generous employer pension contribution A collaborative and supportive team environment Hybrid/flexible working options The chance to contribute to positive business change