Wilkinson & Associates
Accountant
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Accountant - 12-Month Fixed Term Contract
W&A is partnering with a well-established investment management organisation to recruit an Accountant for a 12-month fixed term contract based in Edinburgh. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant to join a collaborative finance team, taking ownership of a broad range of management and statutory reporting activities while working closely with stakeholders across the business.
The Opportunity
As an Accountant, you'll support the preparation of both management and statutory accounts while ensuring accurate financial reporting across several key areas of the business. Working closely with the Finance Manager and wider finance team, you'll be responsible for delivering high-quality reporting, maintaining strong financial controls and supporting a variety of regulatory and compliance requirements.
This is a varied role that offers exposure to senior stakeholders, external auditors and multiple business functions, making it an excellent opportunity for an ambitious accountant looking to broaden their experience within financial services.
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Key Responsibilities
- Prepare monthly management accounts and supporting reconciliations.
- Take ownership of designated income and expenditure areas.
- Produce monthly financial reports for senior leadership.
- Support tax reporting and year-end accounting for overseas operations.
- Prepare statutory accounts for associated entities.
- Coordinate annual SOX and statutory audits with external auditors.
- Complete VAT returns and support on VAT-related matters across the business.
- Deliver month-end reporting to the US parent company.
- Act as finance representative on internal governance committees where required.
- Support purchase ledger activities.
- Maintain and enhance financial controls across the finance function.
- Build strong working relationships with stakeholders across the wider business, providing financial guidance and responding to queries.
Candidate Profile
We're keen to hear from qualified accountants who enjoy working in a collaborative environment and have a proactive approach to problem solving.
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- Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
- Previous financial reporting or accounting experience.
- Asset Management or Financial Services experience is advantageous.
- Advanced Excel skills and strong Microsoft Office capability.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Package & Benefits
- Salary: up to £50,000 per annum
- 12-month fixed-term contract
Reasons to Join
- Join an established and highly regarded investment management business.
- Enjoy a varied role with exposure across multiple areas of finance.
- Make a meaningful contribution during an important period for the finance team.
To learn more or apply, please contact Jack Ramage at jack@wilkinsonandassociates.co.uk or Andrea Green at andrea@wilkinsonandassociates.co.uk for a private and confidential discussion. Alternatively, submit your CV and we'll be in touch.
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