Three Bridges Recruitment is currently partnering with a leading multi-sector organisation, based in Kirkcaldy, to recruit an experienced Management Accountant.  This is a fantastic opportunity for an (ideally qualified) Accountant to lead a small but growing Finance team during a period of growth.

Why Work Here?

This is a fantastic role with benefits on offer of:

• Salary up to £60,000
• Increased holiday allowance with service length, up to 32 days annually
• Access to a range of retail discounts
• Join a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and fun team
• Participate in various aspects of the business, with regular interaction with peer managers, colleagues, and the Head Office team
• Plenty of opportunities for learning, development, and career progression within the wider group businesses

Job

The role of Management Accountant will give you the opportunity to be involved with the following:

• Establish and implement financial controls to guarantee accurate reporting and effective financial monitoring throughout the business
• Take full responsibility for the month-end processes across all group entities
• Oversee the preparation and analysis of monthly management accounts, working with your team to create MI reports for presentation to key stakeholders
• Offer financial support and collaborate with various departments across the group
• Lead through Training & Culture by providing professional guidance and leadership to the finance/accounts teams, fostering a positive environment for colleague development and high performance
• Manage financial analysis of KPIs, ensuring timely communication with relevant stakeholders
• Work closely with other departments to optimize business-wide profitability

You

As a Management Accountant you will be skilled &/or qualified in the following:

• An established and experienced leader in finance or accounting
• Prior experience in a similar role is advantageous but not required
• Qualified and driven accountants are encouraged to apply
• Experience in a Group / multi-entity setting
• A strong commitment to delivering results and a genuine passion for finance
• Excellent attention to detail in operational processes

At Three Bridges Recruitment, two of our values are “striving for brilliance” and “relatability”. We want every applicant to receive an excellent experience and ensure that this role is right for you.

Should this role be of interest please apply with your most up to date CV or contact us for a confidential discussion.

Three Bridges Recruitment is currently working with a renowned organisation based in the Stirling area to recruit for a Finance Business Partner.  This organisation is going through a process of modernisation and are looking to utilise technology to give real time financial information to line managers.  This is an excellent opportunity for an Accountant looking to further their career by developing their Finance Business Partnering skills.

Why Work Here?

This is a fantastic role with benefits on offer of:

• Salary of £36,700
• Excellent benefits including above average pension & 36 days annual leave
• Hybrid working - up to 4 days a week working at home
• Flexible start and finish times
• Comprehensive professional development including study support
• Opportunity to work within a respected organisation who are a leader in their field
• Supportive team environment
• Meaningful and impactful work

Job

The role of Finance Business Partner will give you the opportunity to be involved with the following:

• Acting as a finance lead for a defined portfolio across the organisation
• Preparation and distribution of monthly management accounts
• Transaction review for quality, accuracy, and integrity within the finance system
• Management of salary budgets and projections
• Financial business partnering services to budget holders
• Annual budget setting and the preparation of costing models for new contracts
• Training and support to budget holders and their teams
• Proactive identification and improvement of inefficiencies in systems and processes

You

As a Finance Business Partner, you will be skilled &/or qualified in the following:

• Qualifications are not essential for this role
• Demonstrable experience in accounting and management accounting is essential
• Communication of complex financial concepts to varied audiences
• Familiarity with the preparation and management of budgets and financial forecasts
• Proficient use of IT systems in financial management
• Proactive analysis of information leading to sound judgements and recommendations
• Ability to work independently and within a team, with effective decision-making skills

At Three Bridges Recruitment, two of our values are “striving for brilliance” and “relatability”. We want every applicant to receive an excellent experience and ensure that this role is right for you.  Should this role be of interest please apply with your most up to date CV or contact us for a confidential discussion.

Three Bridges Recruitment are proud to partner again with a public sector organisation in the Borders. This organisation is looking for a Finance Business Partner to work closely with senior members of staff across numerous teams. Collating information, analysing and reporting back. This role is remote with occasional travel to the Scottish Borders. This role is looking for a candidate with public sector experience, comfortable getting stuck into a role autonomously from the start. This role will initially be a 6-month contract.

Focus: Financial Management and Strategy, public sector experience strongly preferred.

Why Work Here?

This is a fantastic role with benefits on offer of:

• Salary £55,000 - £57,000 (pending pay award for 2024/25)
• Opportunity to contribute to impactful health and social care strategies
• Great pension, benefits and other public sector perks
• Remote role with occasional requirement to travel to the Scottish Borders
• Professional development in a cross-functional executive team

Job

The role of Finance Business Partner will give you the opportunity to be involved with the following:

• Member of senior leadership team, ensuring financial direction and agreed plans are maintained
• Advise other members of senior leadership team on financial matters
• Assist with the implementation of the year’s budget to ensure targets are met
• Support stakeholders within other public sector organisations
• Produce accurate and robust financial reports to ensure board is able to identify areas requiring corrective action
• Assist in development of new costing system to be utilised across all departments, ensure it is budgeted and monitored
• Assist in the design and operation of new budgetary controls
• Contribute to short-, medium- and long-term financial strategy
• Ad-hoc project work to improve financial management and utilise evolving technology

You

As a Finance Business Partner, you will be skilled &/or qualified in the following:

• Educated to degree level with a professional accountancy qualification
• A minimum of two years' post-qualification experience in a senior financial role
• In-depth understanding of financial procedures within public sector
• Proven experience in financial management, budget control, and financial modelling
• Advanced IT proficiency, especially in financial data manipulation and spreadsheet modelling
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Leadership qualities with the ability to earn respect and influence change
• Strong analytical and organisational skills with a focus on strategic financial planning

At Three Bridges Recruitment, two of our values are "striving for brilliance" and "relatability".  We want every applicant to receive an excellent experience and ensure that this role is right for you.

Three Bridges Recruitment is partnering with an Edinburgh-based professional services organisation with a renowned reputation across the industry. They are currently looking for a Client Accountant to join them on a part time (21 hours per week) permanent basis.

In this key role, you will provide accountancy advice and offer services to a range of private clients, ranging from individuals to a range of trusts and companies. You will manage a portfolio of clients, working with your team to ensure an excellent level of service is always provided.

This role would be ideal for an accountant who is experienced and knowledgeable in client trust accounts.

Why Work Here?

This is a fantastic role with benefits on offer of:

Job

The role of a Client Accountant will give you the opportunity to be involved with the following:

You

As a Client Accountant you will be skilled &/or qualified in the following:

At Three Bridges Recruitment, two of our values are “striving for brilliance” and “relatability”. We want every applicant to receive an excellent experience and ensure that this role is right for you.

Should this role be of interest please apply with your most up to date CV or contact us for a confidential discussion.

We are seeking an experienced Management Accountant with a strong focus on costings and cost analysis to join an established, global finance team; in a role working closely with the Finance Director. The organisation is based in Fife and operates as a highly commercial business. This role requires a candidate who is driven, skilled and willing to emphasise their abilities through reporting and strategic analysis. Costing experience is essential for this role. If you think you have the experience and skillset for this role, please do read more below and apply.

 Why work here?
This is a fantastic role with benefits on offer of:

• Salary £60,000 - £65,000 DOE
• Bonus based on commercial performance of both business and individual
• Competitive life assurance policy
• Discount schemes, gym membership, etc.
• Very large organisation offering professional development across numerous sectors and opportunity for work in exciting locations abroad

The Role
The role of Management Accountant will give you the opportunity to be involved with the following:

• Examine and oversee cost structures, including both direct and indirect expenses, to ensure precision and deliver actionable insights via cost reporting
• Support the development of budgets and financial forecasts, with a focus on costing
• Create routine management reports, incorporating variance analysis, to monitor budget performance and identify opportunities for cost reduction
• Collaborate closely with department leaders to design and implement cost control strategies and ensure budget compliance
• Develop and sustain product costing frameworks, ensuring the accurate allocation of costs and the alignment with pricing strategies
• Supervise inventory costing and valuation processes to guarantee accuracy and uniformity in financial reporting
• Identify and suggest improvements to streamline costing procedures
• Work with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights and assist in decision-making processes
• Ensure adherence to relevant financial regulations and accounting standards, particularly concerning cost reporting
• Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis as directed by the Finance Director and senior management

You
As a Management Accountant you will be skilled &/or qualified in the following:

• Professional accountancy qualification highly preferred
• Strong experience within management accounts and costing, this experience within an FMCG company will be beneficial
• Familiarity with financial modelling, costing methodology and accounting software
• Ability to interpret complex financial data and provide insight
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present financial information
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment whilst maintaining attention to detail and accuracy

At Three Bridges Recruitment, two of our values are “striving for brilliance” and “relatability”.  We want every applicant to receive an excellent experience and ensure that this role is right for you.  Should this role be of interest please apply with your most up to date CV or contact us for a confidential discussion. 

Three Bridges Recruitment is currently partnering with a highly regarded Accountancy and Tax Firm to recruit a Tax Assistant, based in Dunfermline.  

Why Work Here?

This is a fantastic role with benefits on offer of:

• Competitive salary of £26,000- £30,000
• 2pm finish on a Friday
• Hybrid working arrangements 
• Free on-site parking
• Study support towards professional tax exams
• An opportunity to gain exposure to both UK and US tax returns

The role of Tax Assistant will give you the opportunity to be involved with the following:

• Processing client information for initial draft preparation of UK and US tax returns
• Incorporating changes based on reviewer comments
• Preparing covering letters to summarise the tax position for clients
• Co-ordinating the dispatch of tax returns and preparation of fees
• Responding to client queries about their returns
• Developing professional client relationships
• Starting with basic returns and gradually tackling more complex cases and tax planning advice
• Liaising with HMRC and IRS on general client issues
• Assisting with client onboarding, including engagement paperwork and compliance
• Assisting with ad-hoc work fee preparation and issuance

You

As a Tax Assistant you will be skilled &/or qualified in the following:

• Enthusiasm for career development in tax, with circa 1-2 years of relevant experience preferred
• Good IT systems skills and proficiency
• Strong client focus with excellent team working abilities
• Good organisation, attention to detail and communication skills
• Ability to manage workload effectively and meet deadlines

At Three Bridges Recruitment, two of our values are “striving for brilliance” and “relatability”.  We want every applicant to receive an excellent experience and ensure that this role is right for you. 

Should this role be of interest, please apply with your most up to date CV or contact us for a confidential discussion.

Three Bridges Recruitment are currently working with a leading global business who are looking for a Purchase Ledger Assistant. This is a fantastic opportunity to take responsibility for invoices within a large, global, organisation. This is a high-profile position that will give you exposure to the organisation’s international operation.

Why work here?

• Salary up to £26,000
• Flexible hybrid hours
• 28 days holiday 
• Life insurance
• Growth opportunity within a global company

Job 

The job of Finance Assistant will give you the opportunity to be involved with:

• Processing invoices (this is a high-volume environment)
• Maintaining the Purchase Ledger
• Matching, batching, and coding of invoices
• Supplier reconciliations
• Arranging supplier payments
• Ad-hoc duties

You 

As Finance Assistant you will be skilled &/or qualified in the following:

• Previous experience with purchase ledger / invoice processing
• Previous experience using SAP
• Good knowledge and understanding of accounting and book-keeping procedures
• Good analysis skills
• Excellent Excel skills
• Strong communication skills

At Three Bridges Recruitment, two of our values are “striving for brilliance” & “relatability”.  We want every applicant to receive an excellent experience & ensure that this role is right for you.  Should this role be of interest please apply with your most up to date CV or contact us for a confidential discussion.

Financial Planning Assistant

Anderson Strathern Asset Management is a leading Wealth Management firm offering combined Financial Planning and Investment Management solutions. We seek a new member in our growing firm to provide admin support within our Operations Team.

The Role

Working within the busy Operations team, you will be providing day-to-day administrative support across the firm. The team are engaged in the full client life cycle and the management of this process is essential to the client experience. The role is diverse and will ideally suit someone with a proven track record of going above and beyond. You will benefit by learning and administering financial services products particularly pensions, investments, protection and trusts.

You will be responsible for

• Processing all new business, submitting applications, in paper/online formats and tracking and chasing progress through to completion
• Processing client documents according to AML and KYC regulations
• Preparing meeting packs for new and existing clients including valuations, portfolio/fund performance analysis and obtaining any ad hoc supporting info
• Processing Risk Questionnaires
• Data input and ongoing maintenance of our Client Record Management system (Intelliflo Office) and various platforms including 7IM, Abrdn Wrap
• Handling leaving and deceased client accounts and other sensitive information.
• Processing client fees, invoices and payments as well as verifying income receipts
• Contributing to regular reporting requirements in line with MiFID regulations
• Co-ordinating mail merges and drafting general correspondence to clients, providers, solicitors etc
• Sorting, saving and distributing mail
• Assisting in ad-hoc enquiries and project work
• Maintaining relevant industry knowledge to remain compliant with our regulatory body, Financial Conduct Authority

What you will need to succeed

• Experience working for an IFA firm
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Competent knowledge of core financial products such as ISAs, SIPPs, Pensions, GIAs and more
• Comfortable navigating provider platforms to obtain required information or to transact business
• A ‘client first’ attitude as well as being extremely proactive, motivated and organised
• Comfortable working on their own or collaboratively across the firm whether at home or in the office.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a focus on accuracy and attention to detail
• Good communication skills – professional, friendly and approachable manner
• Diligent and motivated to continually achieve the firm’s objectives
• Enthusiasm and commitment to the firm
• Experience with Intelliflo Office, Standard Life Wrap and 7IM platforms

What you will get in return

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Investors in People firm with a focus on training and development
• Support provided for candidates that wish to pursue CII qualifications