Accountant - Aberlour

Hutcheon Mearns are delighted to be exclusively working with a privately owned, growing business to recruit an experienced Accountant into this staff position based in Aberlour. 

The Opportunity 

This staff role sits within a small, dynamic team, and will be based at their Aberlour HQ. Working closely with the management and other departments, you will support the accounting team and additional business units. A detailed job description can be shared, but in summary, your role will include:

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• Financial reporting and compliance
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• Journal posting
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• Management accounting
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• Preparation of the annual budget
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• Fixed Asset Register maintenance; recording additions, disposals, depreciation calculation, and posting of journals
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• Support with the year end audit
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• Produce the reporting pack to disclose VOWD and costs per customer
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• Complete weekly operations costings for key cost centres
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• Insurance Administration and Support
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• Utilities Management
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• Environmental reporting
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• Prepare internal reports for Directors as required
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Background and Experience

You will be a Part Qualified or Qualified Accountant (ACCA/CA/CIMA) or qualified by experience with strong technical skills and proven track record of accounts preparation. Our client will consider applications from either a practice trained Accountant looking for industry experience, an Assistant Accountant looking to progress or an experienced Accountant / Finance Manager performing a similar role. You will have the ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a team, achieving deadlines and interacting with key stakeholders. Proficiency with spreadsheets and accounting software programs is essential.

Next Steps

To apply, please send a detailed CV. Or for a confidential discussion please contact Lois Dobbie on 07841032760. Only candidates eligible to work in the UK will be considered for this role as no sponsorship is available.