Management Accountant

Your new company This is an exciting opportunity to join a respected public sector organisation that plays a vital role in delivering services that impact communities across Scotland. You'll be part of a forward-thinking finance team committed to driving efficiency, supporting strategic decision-making, and ensuring compliance with best practice financial standards.

Your new role As a Management Accountant, you will provide essential financial insight and support across the organisation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering management accounting support and monitoring financial efficiency across designated business areas.
• Working with senior finance partners to prepare the annual budget and three-year financial strategy aligned with corporate objectives.
• Collaborating with budget managers to produce accurate forecast outturns, ensuring active budget management and optimal resource utilisation.
• Preparing and presenting monthly portfolio financial monitoring reports to management teams.
• Supporting organisational structure changes with robust financial analysis.
• Partnering with colleagues to map duties to appropriate funding sources.
• Assisting in the development of new systems and reporting to support charge reviews.
• Liaising with internal and external auditors as required.

What you'll need to succeed To thrive in this role, you will be:

• A qualified accountant (CCAB, CIPFA, or ACMA).
• Experienced in management accounting within a complex organisation.
• Skilled in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• A strong communicator with the ability to build collaborative relationships across teams.
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and committed to continuous improvement.

What you'll get in return A 12-month fixed-term contract with a respected public sector organisation. Competitive salary and benefits package. Flexible working arrangements and a supportive, inclusive culture. Fully hybrid arrangement with only one or two anchor days a month The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on strategic financial outcomes. This role offers the chance to influence strategic financial decisions and contribute to long-term sustainability goals.

What to do now If you're a qualified finance professional looking for a rewarding role where your expertise will shape strategic outcomes, apply today. For more information and to submit your application, click Apply Now or contact Hays for a confidential discussion. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk