Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager

Arbroath, Scotland

We are seeking talented and energetic individuals to join our growing team!

Greatness takes continuous evolution.

That's why we're bringing together relentless problem solvers, proven processes, and audacious thinkers. We are driving to become one unrivalled force in automation - pushing what's possible for ourselves and our customers.

One team. Any challenge.

Convergix is a global automation systems integrator that serves diverse end markets. We design, build, test, and integrate custom solutions to automate our customers’ operations with a focus on solving unique challenges that others struggle to address. As a team, we are on an improvement journey in pursuit of our vision: to become the ultimate trusted partner to our customers, capable of solving any industrial automation challenge with our passionate people, world renowned processes and diverse experience. If you want to join a team whose mission is to elevate the automation industry, we want to hear from you!  Learn more about us: https://convergixautomation.com/ 

The Role

 The Accounting Manager will provide daily oversight of the Accounting Department.  Responsibility for timely and accurate recording of all accounting transactions, and delivery of accurate financial statements and reporting.  Oversee and manage Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Cash Disbursements, Fixed Asset reporting, quarterly VAT returns, and Payroll Processing.  With an acute focus on operations and people, the role will support day to day activities such as planning and analysis, variance analysis, and driving operational performance.   The Accounting Manager will play an integral role in delivering accurate Financial Reporting and driving team performance. This position reports to the Chief Accounting Officer.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting operations and close

• Oversee day-to-day accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, fixed assets, payroll and tax filings.
• Supervise general ledger activity, review journal entries, and manage month‑end and year‑end close processes.
• Manage and oversee monthly subsidiary financial statements and cash flow reporting.

Financial reporting, audit and controls

• Prepare, review and analyse financial statements to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Support and coordinate quarterly and year‑end financial audits, the annual corporate financial controls audit, and work with external auditors to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Manage the balance sheet reconciliation process, including bank reconciliations.
• Establish, review and update documented business process procedures for operational financial activities.

Budgeting, forecasting and management reporting

• Assist in the facilitation of monthly financial forecasts (balance sheet, income statement and cash flows).
• Support the Finance Business Partner (FBP) in monthly business reviews and prepare management and operational summaries and analysis, when needed.
• Produce regular (daily/weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual) reports and perform ad hoc financial reporting and variance analysis for the leadership team.

Process improvement, compliance and other responsibilities

• Assess current practices and procedures and recommend process improvements and controls.
• Oversee business insurance policies.
• Process project milestone and sales invoices, including credit control.
• Provide support for other accounting‑related activities as required.

Team Leadership

• Develop and manage accounting staff through goal setting, performance management, training and fostering strong employee relationships.

Qualifications And Experience

Essential

• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Knowledge of published applicable accounting and reporting standards (US GAAP/UK GAAP)
• Advanced Excel skills and strong overall computer proficiency
• Proficiency with accounting software
• Knowledge of payroll processes and systems
• Problem solving, documentation, research and resolution, data analysis and multi-tasking aptitude
• Proven understanding of business process and reporting flows and procedures
• Strong problem-solving skills, ability to interpret data and to present the findings to the relevant stakeholders in a clear and concise way
• Demonstrated leadership and team management experience
• Have well-developed sense of ethics and integrity
• Comfortable assessing and managing risk and working in ambiguous situations
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a track record of building collaborative relationships
• Self-directed and able to work independently while managing multiple priorities

Desirable

• ACCA/CA/CME qualified
• Public accounting exposure
• Experience with Encompix or Acumatica is highly desirable
• Experience with Pegasus Opera is highly desirable
• Experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment
• International financial reporting experience

Perks of Being Part of the Team

Here at CONVERGIX, we offer a generous compensation and benefits package including:

• Company Pension
• Life Cover
• Income Protection
• Annual leave
• Profit Sharing

What does CONVERGIX value?

Our values are the foundation on which we build CONVERGIX; we adhere to these no matter what mountain we climb.

• Integrity - Respect, Transparency, Commitment
• Excellence - Continuous Improvement, Innovation, Collaboration, Communication
• Passion - Momentum, Sense of Urgency, Growth, Success, Velocity

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

CONVERGIX Automation Solutions has an accommodation program in place that provides reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please contact Human Resources.

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