Job Title: Financial Accountant – International Location: Dunfermline, Scotland (hybrid working, 3 days in office) Salary: Competitive Study Support Career Progression Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent AJ Connect is proud to be working in exclusive partnership with Optos to recruit a Financial Accountant – International on a full-time, permanent basis. Optos is a global leader in ultra-widefield retinal imaging, dedicated to revolutionising eye care through cutting-edge technology. Founded with the mission of preventing avoidable blindness, Optos' innovations are used in Great Ormond Street Hospital in London, Harvard Medical Center in Massachusetts, and independent optometrists worldwide. The Role This is an excellent opportunity for a part-qualified ACCA/CIMA professional who is looking to develop their career in a fast-paced, high-growth international business. The Financial Accountant will play a key role within the International Finance team, supporting the financial operations of Optos PLC, France, and GmbH. The successful candidate will be responsible for key financial reporting, tax compliance, and statutory accounts while contributing to process improvements and system enhancements. Key Responsibilities: Month-end reporting across revenue, COGS, payroll, and overheads Balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and compliance VAT and tax compliance across UK and EU territories Supporting the Financial Controller with statutory accounts and audits Process improvement and automation within finance systems Ensuring compliance with J-SOX and internal audit procedures Supporting ERP system enhancements and data analysis. Candidate Requirements: Part-Qualified ACCA/CIMA, with a clear ambition to qualify Strong analytical and investigative skills, with an ability to interpret financial data beyond the numbers Experience handling balance sheet reconciliations and large data sets in Excel Systems-oriented, ideally with MS Dynamics GP, Oracle, SAP, or D365 A proactive and solutions-driven approach, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability Excellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively across the business A desire to develop and progress within a structured career pathway towards FP&A and senior finance roles. Why Join Optos? Career Progression – a clear pathway to senior finance roles within the business Study Support – support towards professional qualifications while gaining practical experience Exposure to Senior Leadership – an opportunity to work directly with experienced finance professionals Process Improvement – the chance to contribute to efficiencies and automation within an international finance function Culture of Excellence – a professional, high-performance environment that encourages continuous improvement. How to Apply If this fantastic opportunity aligns with your skills and aspirations, please reach out to the AJ Connect team. We’d love to discuss how this role could be the perfect next step for your career.