Finance Accountant General Ledger
| Posting date: | 11 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £17.52 to £20.32 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | £competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 April 2026 |
| Location: | Glasgow, Glasgow, g2 7at |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 4778818_1773245777 |
Summary
Your new company
Based in Inverclyde, our client is recruiting for a Financial Accountant to join their finance team on a temporary basis for 6-12 months. The hours of work are Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm. The location is accessible by public transport, with on‑site parking also available. The role offers hybrid working, with 3 days in the office and 2 days from home.
Your new role
As a Financial Accountant, you will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring the integrity of general ledger activity. You'll support the month‑end close process, prepare and post journals, complete balance sheet reconciliations, and contribute to both statutory and management reporting.You will work closely with internal stakeholders across finance, support audit readiness, and help ensure compliance with accounting policies, IFRS, and internal controls. You'll also contribute to process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and strengthen financial reporting.
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Month‑end close activities including journal preparation and posting
- Balance sheet reconciliations and investigation of discrepancies
- Preparation of management accounts and support with statutory reporting
- Assisting with internal and external audit requirements
- Ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal controls
- Identifying opportunities to enhance financial processes and reporting accuracy
What you'll need to succeed
You'll ideally be a part‑qualified or fully qualified accountant and/or have 3-5 years' experience in a similar finance role. You will have strong knowledge of IFRS and financial controls, and proficiency in ERP systems (Oracle R12 preferred) and Excel.Success in this role requires excellent attention to detail, resilience, and a collaborative working style. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast‑paced environment are essential.
What you'll get in return
Opportunity to join a global, purpose‑driven organisation
* A supportive and collaborative finance team
* Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home)
* Competitive salary and benefits package
What you need to do now
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