Job Description

We are seeking an experienced commercial Management Accountant with a strong focus on costings and cost analysis to join an established, global finance team. The organisation is based in Fife and operates as a highly commercial business. This role requires a candidate with a combination of skills and experience in cost accounting and commercial finance.  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 up to £70,000
• 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 closely with commercial 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
• Extensive commercial finance experience and an ability to be a bridge between finance and commercial teams
• 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.