Management Accountant at Scottish Prison Service

Position Management Accountant
Posted 04 Jul 2026
Expired 03 Aug 2026
Company Scottish Prison Service
Location United Kingdom | GB
Job Type Full Time

Job Description:

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Management AccountantSalary: 54398 - 58065About The RoleReportingto the Strategic Finance Planning & Analysis Manager (SFP&A Manager),you will be responsible for the co-ordination and support of the annualfinancial planning cycle including: completion, submission and review offinancial plans whilst ensuring that total budget allocation is within theBudget Statement Funding. You willensure that additional funding requirements have been through appropriateapproval levels.Youwill be responsible for the monitoring and detailed analysis of the in-yearbudget position, including querying and challenging monthly submissions made byFinance Managers. You will be requiredto prepare information for and attend monthly/quarterly budget meetings withFinance Business Partners.

The post-holder is responsible forassisting the SFP&A Manager with meeting all management reportingrequirements, including reporting the SPS corporate budget position andforecast outturns to SPS Advisory Board and the Scottish Government through monthlyreporting and the budget review process (SBR and ABR).

Youwill deputise for the SFP&A Manager and have line management responsibilityfor the Assistant Management Accountant as appropriate.

The role is basedwithin the SPS Headquarters, situated in Edinburgh, however there may be arequirement for you to travel to other SPS sites and locations, and potentiallysome home working.

About Us

The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) operates in a fascinating, complex and rapidly changing environment. Our vision is to help build a safer Scotland by unlocking potential and transforming lives. To enable us to successfully deliver our vision, we are committed to nurturing and investing in our greatest strength and resource: Our People.

We are proud to employ a diverse range of people; each contributing their own unique experiences and skills to enhance the service we deliver. Whatever the role, you will find your SPS experience both challenging and rewarding. You will be committed to helping us to achieve our goals and in return we will be committed to helping you to achieve yours.

We employ approximately 5,000 staff across our prisons, headquarters, college, and training and storage facility. The hard work of our staff is the most critical component in the successful delivery of Scotlands prison system.

We need professional, capable and motivated individuals who reflect Scotlands diversity to deliver effective and efficient activities and services to achieve our Mission and realise our Vision.

Whatever SPS profession you embark upon, you will be a valued member of the team, helping us build a Safer Scotland for the communities we serve. We are committed to your personal and professional development and offer a wide range of career progression opportunities.

Job Info:

  • Company: Scottish Prison Service
  • Position: Management Accountant
  • Work Location: United Kingdom
  • Country: GB

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