Financial Accountant

1 week ago


Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom Morgan Hunt Full time £52,000 - £60,000 per year

Financial Accountant | 12-Month FTC


Glasgow (Hybrid – typically 2 days at home)


£52,000 + excellent benefits including free travel

The Opportunity

We're supporting a large, national transport organisation to recruit a Financial Accountant on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

This is a key role within a supportive finance team where you'll lead on year-end and external audit, support IFRS and tax compliance, and play a key part in strengthening financial controls and processes.

You'll work closely with a Senior Financial Accountant and Financial Controller, supported by two enthusiastic graduate apprentices. The environment is collaborative, agile, and fast-moving, perfect for someone confident, adaptable, and looking for variety in their day.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead on year-end audit and statutory financial reporting
  • Support IFRS, VAT, payroll and corporation tax compliance
  • Review journal entries and maintain general ledger accuracy
  • Drive process improvements and deliver clear financial insight
  • Collaborate effectively across the finance team and wider business

About You

  • Qualified accountant (ICAS / ACCA / CIMA)
  • Background in audit or financial accounting
  • Strong understanding of IFRS and financial controls
  • Confident communicator, detail-driven, and adaptable to change
  • Advanced Excel skills

What's on Offer

  • £52,000 salary
  • Free & discounted national travel
  • Final salary pension scheme
  • Generous leave and enhanced family benefits
  • Lifestyle perks: retail discounts, cycle to work, gym memberships

Next Steps

Interviews are scheduled for
mid-November
, with an
ideal start in December 2025
to allow for handover.

Apply today by submitting your CV.



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