Finance Analyst Manager Oban (with flexible/hybrid working available) Permanent | Salary: £44,000 – £49,500 + Excellent Public Sector Benefits
Brightwork is proud to be partnering with a respected public sector organisation to recruit a Finance Analyst Manager —a key role supporting research-led projects and initiatives across the organisation.
This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified finance professional to work in a purpose-driven environment where your insights will support innovative research and help drive impactful decision-making.
About the Role Reporting to the Head of Finance and working closely with Senior Finance Business Partners, you'll take a business partnering approach to:
Provide accurate financial and administrative advice to project leads
Monitor financial performance across research projects
Ensure compliance with internal policies and external funder requirements
Support reporting to a range of stakeholders including funding bodies and auditors
You'll play a central role in ensuring financial integrity, value for money, and data-driven decision-making across the organisation.
What We're Looking For You'll be a confident communicator, capable of translating complex financial data into accessible insights for non-finance colleagues.
To succeed, you'll also bring:
A recognised accountancy qualification (CA, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent)
Proven experience in financial analysis, reporting, and planning within a complex or diverse organisation
Experience working with external auditors and funding bodies
Supervisory or team leadership experience
Experience in public sector, research, charity, or education settings (highly desirable); private sector experience is also welcomed
Why Join? As well as contributing to meaningful work with public benefit, you'll enjoy:
25 days holiday (rising to 30 with service) + public holidays
Option to purchase additional leave
8% employer pension contribution
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
A supportive, collaborative working culture
And more benefits to be discussed on application
Join a values-driven organisation where your financial expertise helps enable world-class research and public service impact.
Apply now or contact Brightwork for a confidential conversation.
Brightwork Ltd is an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.
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