Financial Reporting Accountant

Who you are

• Qualified Accountant
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills, including the ability to communicate complex matters to different audiences
• Proficiency in financial systems and strong Excel skills
• Ability to deliver accurate, high-quality work to tight deadlines
• Background within financial services, regulatory or audit environments
• Experience supporting financial and corporate reporting activities

What the job involves

• This opportunity is based in Edinburgh and offered on a fixed term contract ending 31st December 2027 (approx 12-14 months)
• As a Financial Reporting Accountant, you will play a key role in the reporting of adjusted operating profit and key performance indicators, while supporting the delivery of the Annual Report & Accounts and Half Year Results announcement
• You will contribute to external IFRS reporting, strategic reporting and finance improvement initiatives while developing expertise in systems including HFM and Workiva
• This role offers excellent exposure across Group Finance and provides a strong platform to invest in your tomorrow through professional growth and meaningful business impact
• Ensure accurate reporting of adjusted operating profit and other key performance indicators
• Support monthly and quarterly reporting, including segmental reporting, associates, joint ventures and significant listed investments
• Prepare and review strategic reporting content for the Annual Report & Accounts and Half Year Results announcement
• Support IFRS external reporting and market disclosures
• Develop expertise in HFM, Workiva and other finance systems to enhance reporting and analysis
• Identify and implement process improvements and support ad hoc finance projects

The application process

• End Date: September 8, 2026

Benefits

• Salary sacrifice pension arrangement
• Private health insurance
• Life Assurance
• 40 days holiday if you work full time
• Dental insurance
• Health assessments
• Critical illness cover
• Will writing
• Power of attorney
• Financial Guidance and Advice
• Holiday buy
• Discounted gym memberships
• Cycle to work
• Interest free season ticket loan
• Electric car lease scheme
• Travel insurance
• Personal accident insurance
• Share Plans
• Give As You Earn (GAYE)
• Volunteering
• Long service awards
• Subscription to Interactive Investor
• Subscription to Finimize
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Supportive parental leave policies , delivered regionally (e.g. 26 weeks paid leave in UK for primary and secondary caregivers)
• Employee discount site
• Discounted parking