Part-Time Management Accountant – Edinburgh (Hybrid/Remote)

We have an exciting and rare opportunity for a talented part-time Management Accountant to join a growing and innovative Edinburgh practice that is passionate about creating clarity and confidence for charity and not-for-profit clients in Scotland and the rest of Britain. This role is ideal for someone looking for flexibility and purposeful work, perhaps coming back into the workforce after a career break. 

The Company & Role

This role involves working alongside the Director of an Edinburgh accountancy firm supporting a diverse range of charity clients to enhance their financial reporting. Our client is passionate about giving charities and other not-for-profit organisations the ability to deliver their cause with confidence and clarity. They take care of the clients’ finances so they can focus on their cause. Duties will include:

• Working with client teams to get a detailed understanding of how the numbers flow into the accounts
• Performing reviews of budget vs actual
• Completing monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Posting of month-end journals (prepayments, accruals etc)
• Producing monthly management accounts with commentary and additional analysis where required
• Being dynamic with the reports and responding to client requests for additional commentary and analysis
• Building Excel models to analyse data where required
• Preparation of board reports from the management accounts information
• Use of the practice management system (Pixie) to ensure work is managed to deadlines
• Getting stuck in with any other areas of the business, as required

Working for this practice, you would benefit from flexible working arrangements (location and hours). You would also have the opportunity for input into the shape of the company as it evolves and grows the client base and helps them achieve their goals.

Continued development and training is on offer, giving you the opportunity to flourish and make the most of your talents. You’ll work in an environment that thrives on success, positive attitude and continuous improvement.

Is this you?

• Extensive experience introducing accurate, excellent management accounts and financial modelling in Excel 
• Accountancy qualification (or QBE), with proven experience working in a practice environment 
• Amazing analytical skills and the ability to work independently and proactively
• Professional and kind
• Embraces challenge
• Has a never-ending thirst for knowledge
• Strives for growth, within themselves, the business, and for clients
• Willing to challenge others and question the way things are done
• Communicates clearly and confidently both in written and verbal presentations
• Self-motivated, can work independently and effectively manage their own time
• Not afraid to ask questions
• Have an understanding of charity accounting
• Confident in using Xero and Microsoft apps, particularly Excel
• Located in Edinburgh or in the United Kingdom, with right to work*

*Please note that we do not work with candidates who require sponsorship to work in the United Kingdom. Applications from out of the country will not be pursued. 

What’s in it for you?

Work as a part-time Management Accountant with a fantastic practice focused on making a difference for lovely charity and not-for-profit clients in Scotland and across the UK.

• Role: Management Accountant, part-time, 3 days per week (22.5 hours)
• Salary: £35,000-£40,000 (FTE), depending on experience.
• Location: Edinburgh (Hybrid) – remote applicants will be considered but must be UK based with right to work (not requiring sponsorship).
• Learning and development opportunities are readily available

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we would love to see your CV – apply today