Accountant

1 month ago


United Kingdom MyJobScotland Full time

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service would like to invite applications for a permanent post of Accountant , based in Cambuslang on a permanent basis, though flexibility re location will be considered. The post will be on a full-time basis, working 35 hours per week .

The successful candidate will be required to contribute to the provision of accountancy services within the Service, specifically within the following areas of responsibility:

  1. Capital Accounting
  2. Fixed assets
  3. Cash management
  4. General ledger
  5. Year-end accounts

The postholder will be required to ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements is maintained at all times. The candidate will be a qualified accountant and be a current member of a recognised accountancy body, e.g. CIPFA, ICAS, ACCA or CIMA. Continuing Professional Development requirements must be followed. Previous experience of working within a multi-functional Finance Department is required.

Candidates must have experience of completing year-end accounts. A high level of professionalism, consistency and integrity when dealing with people and various situations is required. Candidates must be self-motivated and be excellent problem solvers, with excellent analytical and numerical abilities. Accuracy, attention to detail, ability to work to deadlines and be part of a team covering a range of different tasks are also required.

The successful candidate will have excellent oral and written communication skills and be proactive in initiating change where required, with a view to continuously improving current practices. Candidates will ideally have public sector knowledge and hold a relevant degree or equivalent. Candidates who are currently studying towards a professional accountancy qualification will be considered for this post. Minimum requirement will be an HNC or similar in Accountancy or finance related subject. Placement on salary scale will be dependent on exam success to date. Progression through the salary scale will be based on further progress towards qualification, not based on automatic annual increments. Grade 6 will be achieved on successful completion of all exams plus any logbook requirements and acceptance to the relevant accountancy body.

Full details of the role and our recruitment process can be found in the attached information pack. Salary on appointment will normally be at the lower salary point, with progression subject to regular review - in line with the SFRS performance appraisal arrangements. A higher salary placing will be considered in exceptional circumstances subject to experience demonstrated.

This post is also subject to the provision of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exclusions and Exemptions) Scotland Order 2013. Therefore, the successful candidate's will be subject to a Standard Disclosure record check through Disclosure Scotland.

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service is an Equal Opportunities employer and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. In addition, we are committed to being a "Disability Confident Employer" and will ensure that all applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role are invited for interview.

If you would like to apply in a different format, please email People Services at SFRS.PODVacancies@firescotland.gov.uk . Please note, a fully completed application form must be submitted as SFRS do not accept CVs in support of applications for employment.

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