Finance Manager (14-Month Fixed-Term Contract)
Location: Glasgow (Hybrid)
Salary: Up to £60,000 DOE
Hours: Full-time
The Opportunity
We are partnering with a market-leading UK energy infrastructure organisation that is driving innovation and sustainability across the sector. With nationwide operations and a strong commitment to achieving net-zero, this is a company that combines commercial strength with genuine purpose.
They are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join their Glasgow-based finance team on a 14-month fixed-term contract. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will play a key role in leading financial reporting, supporting decision-making, and managing a small team. This is an ideal opportunity for a qualified accountant seeking a challenging and rewarding contract within a respected and forward-thinking business.
Key Responsibilities
Month-End Reporting and Analysis
Lead the month-end reporting process for designated legal entities, ensuring all deadlines are met and results are delivered accurately and on time.
Prepare insightful commentary and variance analysis to support management understanding of performance and financial position.
Maintain a strong focus on accuracy, consistency, and compliance throughout all reporting activities.
Financial Accounting and Controls
Oversee preparation of journals, accruals, prepayments, bad debt provisions, intercompany and bank reconciliations, ensuring they are complete, accurate, and properly supported.
Maintain and improve internal controls to ensure financial data integrity and compliance with accounting standards.
Ensure all balance sheet reconciliations are completed and reviewed within reporting deadlines, with issues identified and resolved promptly.
Management Information and Business Partnering
Produce and present clear, meaningful management information for senior stakeholders to support strategic decision-making.
Act as a trusted finance partner to divisional directors and the senior management team, helping them interpret financial results and drive business performance.
Provide financial insight to guide operational efficiency and profitability.
Budgeting, Forecasting and Planning
Support the budgeting and forecasting process, collaborating with key stakeholders across the business to provide accurate, realistic financial projections.
Deliver robust analysis of results against budget and forecast to inform both short-term tactical and long-term strategic decisions.
Cashflow and Working Capital Management
Take ownership of short-term cashflow forecasting and working capital reporting, ensuring effective management of liquidity across the business units.
Identify trends and risks in cash movements, providing recommendations for improvement.
VAT, Audit and Compliance
Complete monthly VAT reconciliations and returns, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and correct treatment of VAT across transactions.
Manage the audit process for designated legal entities, acting as the key contact for external auditors and ensuring all documentation is accurate and delivered on time.
Team Leadership and Development
Lead, support and develop a small team of finance professionals, providing coaching, guidance, and mentoring to drive performance and professional growth.
Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration.
Process Improvement and Systems Development
Review existing financial processes and identify opportunities to streamline and strengthen them.
Support the implementation of new systems, tools, and processes that enhance efficiency, reporting quality, and control.
Collaborate with the Group finance team to ensure alignment with group-wide policies and standards.
Ad-Hoc Projects and Support
Provide ad-hoc support to the Financial Controller and Director of Financial Reporting on strategic and operational initiatives.
Contribute to wider finance transformation projects, including system enhancements and process reviews.
What Were Looking For
Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with a strong academic and professional background.
Proven experience in financial and management reporting, ideally within a multi-entity or group structure.
Strong technical accounting knowledge, preferably with IFRS exposure.
Advanced Excel skills and experience building financial models.
Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to manage large data volumes accurately.
Confident communicator with the ability to present financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.
Strong commercial awareness with the ability to see the bigger picture and challenge constructively.
Experience using ERP or general ledger systems (Microsoft Dynamics 365 advantageous).
Proactive, analytical, and capable of managing competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
Whats On Offer
Competitive salary up to £60,000 depending on experience.
Hybrid working typically three days per week in the Glasgow office.
Opportunity to work within a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation and sustainability.
Supportive and collaborative team culture within a modern, progressive finance function.
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