Accounting Specialist

1 month ago


Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom South Lanarkshire Full time

Job Description

We are looking for a Public Sector Expert to join our team in South Lanarkshire. As an Accounting Specialist, you will provide financial advice and support to various departments within the council, ensuring effective financial management and compliance with statutory responsibilities.

About the Job

This permanent position involves forecasting, budget setting, and monitoring performance against budgets. You will work closely with the Finance Adviser to prepare financial returns, committee reports, and ensure general financial stewardship of the council's resources.

Key Skills and Qualifications

  • Experience working in a financial environment, ideally in the public sector
  • Technical job knowledge and expertise
  • Ability to comply with professional codes of practice
  • Professional Accountancy qualification and membership of a relevant professional body

Benefits

As an employee of South Lanarkshire Council, you will enjoy a competitive salary, ranging from £39,350 to £49,040 per annum, depending on experience. You will also benefit from up to 33 days annual leave, public holiday entitlement, occupational sick pay, and family-friendly policies.


  • Accounting Specialist

    3 weeks ago


    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Miller Homes Full time

    The role of Accounting Specialist is available at Miller Homes Scotland. You will work as part of the Finance team to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. Key responsibilities include:Key Responsibilities:Operate and maintain day-to-day financial accounting requirements and queries.Assist in the preparation of the...


  • Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Wilkinson & Associates Ltd Full time

    Job DescriptionWe are looking for a Project Accounting Specialist to join our team at Wilkinson & Associates Ltd. As a Project Accounting Specialist, you will be responsible for leading on key projects, providing financial support to organisational initiatives, and ensuring that financial implications are understood and supported.You will work closely with...


  • Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Red Rock Renewables Full time

    Job OverviewAs a skilled Accounts Payable Specialist at Red Rock Renewables, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of our financial processes. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, this position offers an excellent opportunity to work with a growing team passionate about renewable energy. Our current portfolio includes five part or fully...


  • Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Element Materials Technology Full time

    About the JobThis is an exciting opportunity for an Accounting Specialist to join our team at Element Materials Technology. As a key member of our finance team, you will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial data.ResponsibilitiesPrepare and review financial reports, including balance sheet and profit and loss...


  • Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Sanderson Recruitment Careers Full time

    The Accounting Operations Specialist will oversee all transactions related to accounts payable and receivable at Sanderson Recruitment Careers. This includes managing incoming transactions, processing invoices, and maintaining accurate financial records.Responsibilities include:Verifying payment requests and processing payments in accordance with company...


  • Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Lochead Sandford Recruitment Limited Full time

    Job Title: Part-Time Accounting SpecialistCompany OverviewWe are Lochead Sandford Recruitment Limited, a specialist recruitment agency operating in the accountancy and finance sector. Our mission is to connect talented professionals with rewarding career opportunities.Salary: £35,000 - £50,000 per annum, depending on experience, pro-rata for part-time...


  • Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom NatWest Full time

    Job DescriptionWe are seeking a Consolidation Accounting Specialist to join our finance team at NatWest. In this role, you will be responsible for providing technical expertise and guidance on consolidation accounting matters to stakeholders across the Finance function.The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in consolidation accounting, with a...


  • Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Sales Recruit Scotland Ltd Full time

    Job BriefSales Recruit Scotland Ltd is seeking an Account Growth Specialist to drive sales growth and improve customer engagement.About the Role:The ideal candidate will have experience in account management, with a strong understanding of customer needs and preferences.Key Responsibilities:• Develop and execute account growth plans to achieve business...


  • Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Association of International Certified Professional Accountants Full time

    Key ResponsibilitiesAs a Revenue Accounting Specialist, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of revenue accounting, reporting, and forecasting for a leading financial services company based in Edinburgh. This pivotal role requires strong leadership skills and the ability to drive process improvement initiatives.About Your BackgroundProven track...


  • Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Hays Accountancy and Finance Full time

    Job Title: Accounting SpecialistYou are invited to join a prestigious accounting and finance firm in Edinburgh city centre. This esteemed organisation offers a wide range of services, including audit and accounting, tax advice, business support, and personal financial planning.The firm has a long history of delivering high-quality services to clients across...


  • Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Dufrain Full time

    We are looking for a highly skilled Payroll and Accounting Specialist to join our Finance team at Dufrain. The ideal candidate will have experience in payroll processing, accounting, and data entry, with excellent attention to detail and data accuracy.Key Responsibilities:Process payroll, including calculating salaries, overtime, bonuses, and...


  • Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom iMultiply Resourcing Full time

    Job Description">We are seeking a highly motivated Accounting Operations Specialist to join our team.">Responsibilities:">Manage and prepare financial records, including management accounts and balance sheets.Process financial transactions, including accounts receivable and payable.Provide administrative support to the finance team, ensuring efficient...


  • Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Harrison Scott Associates Full time

    About the RoleThis is an exciting opportunity for a skilled Account Growth Specialist to join our team at Harrison Scott Associates. Based onsite with a key client in Edinburgh, you will be responsible for managing all non-print requirements of the account and developing effective marketing strategies.ResponsibilitiesTo develop and implement digital...


  • Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Core-Asset Consulting Ltd Full time

    Job Title:**Financial Accountant Specialist** Job Summary:We are seeking an experienced Financial Accountant to join our Edinburgh team. The successful candidate will have a strong background in accounting, with experience working within a global finance function. Key Responsibilities:Quarterly Repatriations: Prepare and book quarterly repatriations of...


  • Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Wilkinson & Associates Ltd Full time

    Wilkinson & Associates Ltd is hiring a highly skilled Accounting and Reporting Specialist to support their finance team in Edinburgh.About the Role:This challenging yet rewarding position involves designing and managing financial processes for specific products and services, supporting the preparation of monthly reporting, and implementing financial controls...


  • Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Dufrain Full time

    About the RoleDufrain is a pure-play data consultancy that delivers professional services to a range of large enterprise clients in data-rich industries. We have an exciting opportunity for a Payroll and Accounting Specialist to join our Finance team.Main Duties:Review and verify the accuracy of payroll data to prevent errors.Record financial transactions in...


  • Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom CHASE Full time

    About the RoleThis is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual to stamp their mark on the business and work alongside a professional and respected team where every individual is valued.You will be responsible for promoting the company's products to gastroenterologists and specialist nurses, ensuring product listing on hospital formularies, and...


  • Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Quint Studer Full time

    We are Quint Studer, a leading provider of professional recruitment services in Edinburgh. We are currently seeking a highly skilled Accountancy and Finance Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented individual to join our dynamic and rapidly expanding business.As an Accountancy and Finance Talent...


  • Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Lusona Consultancy (Group) Limited Full time

    Lusona Consultancy (Financial) Limited is a leading accountancy practice in Edinburgh, seeking a skilled Part-Qualified Accounts Specialist to join their team.You will be responsible for delivering high-quality financial services to a wide range of clients, including individuals, businesses, and organizations.Your duties will include preparing financial...


  • Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom ENGINEERINGUK Full time

    About the RoleAs an Investment Accounting Migrations Specialist at BlackRock, you will have the opportunity to support our investment accounting platform migrations team in meeting the needs and evolving priorities of our clients. This role is focused on supporting our strategic initiative to deliver our new and proprietary accounting software to existing...