Financial Accountant

Scottish Development International

. Lead the Financial Accounting team, setting objectives, prioritising tasks and developing team capabilities .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeAberdeen • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £49,401 - £59,152 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Financial Accounting, including the development and implementation of financial internal controls, compliance with International Accounting Standards, and effective management of Accounts Payable and Receivable. Proven leadership in team development and the ability to communicate and influence stakeholders effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Qualified Accountant (CCAB)International Accounting Standards ExpertiseFinancial Internal Controls DevelopmentLeadership and Team DevelopmentCommunication and Influencing Skills

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Hard Skills

Financial AccountingAccounts Payable ManagementAccounts Receivable ManagementVAT Returns ManagementBalance Sheet ReconciliationCash ForecastingFinancial ReportingAudit ComplianceDebt ManagementSupplier Payment Management

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationOrganisational SkillsPlanning SkillsDecision-Making

Tools & Technologies

OracleProcurement Cards

Certifications & Qualifications

CCAB QualificationBaseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) Checks

Industry Keywords

Scottish Public Finance ManualPublic Services Reform ActGovernment Financial Reporting ManualWhole of Government Accounts

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Oracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the Financial Accounting team, setting objectives, prioritising tasks and developing team capabilities
Contribute to the annual branch business plan
Develop and implement robust financial internal controls in line with the Scottish Public Finance Manual
Advise on finance systems, including Oracle, and procurement cards
Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, including debt management
Ensure supplier payments meet the Scottish Government 10-day payment target
Oversee customer invoicing, controls and reconciliations
Manage VAT returns, the fixed asset register, bank reconciliations, cash forecasting and drawdowns
Oversee quarterly Public Services Reform Act disclosures, including electronic procurement card expenditure over £500
Complete monthly account checks and balance sheet reconciliations
Report financial reviews to the branch head
Prepare annual accounts in accordance with the Government Financial Reporting Manual and IFRSs
Ensure disclosures comply with existing, updated and new standards
Produce the FSS return for Whole of Government Accounts
Review internal controls, systems, processes, capacity and capability with the Finance Manager
Liaise with Audit Scotland on internal and external audits and implement recommendations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Qualified accountant from a member of CCAB with relevant practical experience
Expert understanding of International Accounting Standards
Expert understanding of the role of Audit
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to write concise papers that inform and influence senior management decision-making
Ability to present to stakeholders
Proven leadership skills, including leading, empowering, developing and motivating people
Strong organisational and planning skills
Ability to prioritise workload and competing demands
Making Effective Decisions – Level 3
Developing Self and Others – Level 3
Communicating and Influencing – Level 3
Existing and ongoing right to work in the UK
Successful candidates must complete Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks
CV and supporting statement of no more than 1000 words required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid working with a mix of office-based and remote working
Flexible working options
Flexi-leave
35-hour standard working week
Supportive and inclusive working environment
Recruitment adjustments for anyone who needs them