Management Accountant - Edinburgh

Are you looking for a role where you can deepen your management accounting expertise, build strong business-partnering relationships, and play a visible part in supporting global operations? This Edinburgh-based opportunity offers exactly that, with hybrid working to help you balance life and work.

The role is particularly well-suited to newly or recently qualified accountants looking to broaden their commercial exposure and take on more ownership.

The Opportunity

You’ll contribute across month-end, budgeting, forecasting and commercial analysis, supporting both UK and global processes. The role offers genuine development, with scope to broaden your business understanding and strengthen key relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and post accurate month-end journals and support balance sheet reconciliations.
• Produce monthly overhead reports and support budget holders with performance insights.
• Manage day-to-day finance queries and the shared mailbox.
• Maintain the group chart of accounts and support audit requirements.
• Assist with annual budgeting and quarterly reforecasting cycles.
• Partner with global support departments to prepare budgets, monthly reports and cost forecasts.

What You’ll Bring

• Newly/recently qualified accountants or part-qualified candidates nearing completion.
• Experience in management accounting.
• Strong analytical skills and advanced Excel capability.
• Clear, confident communication and an ability to partner across all levels.
• High attention to detail, sound judgement and a proactive approach.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure.
• Integrity, professionalism and a willingness to learn and develop.

Reasons to Join

• Broad remit spanning UK and global responsibilities.
• Strong stakeholder exposure and genuine business-partnering experience.
• Supportive team environment with ongoing development opportunities.
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects and process improvements.

To learn more or apply, please contact Jack Ramage at Jack@wilkinsonandassociates.co.uk for a private and confidential discussion. Alternatively, submit your CV and we’ll be in touch.