Join this world-renowned independent whisky bottler and distiller as their New Accountant – Where Numbers Meet Tradition!
We are looking for a Qualified Accountant to join their talented team near Aberdeen.
This business crafts some of the finest Scotch whiskies, blending heritage with innovation. Now, they need an accountant who can bring that same precision to their financial operations. From managing accounts and financial reporting to ensuring smooth cash flow and compliance, your expertise will keep their business running as smoothly as a well-aged single malt.
What’s in the Barrel for You?
- A key role in a prestigious whisky company
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Opportunity to work with a passionate, industry-leading team
- A workplace where tradition and innovation go hand in hand (and yes, whisky tastings are part of the job!)
Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will be responsible for:
- Ensuring that all of the company’s individual entities have all legalities in place such as companies house registrations, annual return, annual accounts, directors minutes etc all fully up to date
- Ensuring financial planning in place for each company with annual budgets, 3 year financial forecast, 5 year business plan
- Ensuring all operational and financial matters are kept up to date on a daily basis.
- Ensuring that accounting procedures are being met and adhered to by all staff.
- Ensuring that HMRC information is fully up to date and that returns are correctly submitted in advance of required dates. In particular, C & E Duty, Vat, PAYE, Tax.
- Managing the complete end to end accounts process for the entities.
- Business planning and budgeting for the business
- Interfacing with internal and external stakeholders to set up and implement new systems
- Setting up all accounts processes
- Working with the business to establish key KPIs and the necessary reporting structures
What We Need from You:
- Proven experience in accounting or finance (preferably in manufacturing or FMCG)
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting and compliance
- Attention to detail as fine-tuned as a master blender’s palate
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement
If you’re ready to balance the books while being part of a company that treasures Scotland’s whisky heritage, apply now!
Join us in shaping the future of these Whisky Legends – one perfect pour at a time.