Anderson Knight are delighted to be supporting an established and highly respected transport and services organisation is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead financial control and reporting across a multi-brand operation with revenues in excess of £60m per annum. Reporting to the Head of Finance, this is a senior hands-on role with responsibility for statutory reporting, monthly management accounts, audit, VAT, cashflow and team leadership. The position offers excellent exposure to group finance, senior stakeholders and continuous improvement initiatives within a complex, high-volume environment. Key Responsibilities As Finance Manager, you will be responsible for: * Full ownership of monthly P&L reporting and period-end close * Preparation of annual statutory accounts in line with group reporting deadlines * Balance sheet reconciliations and journal postings * Leading and coordinating the annual external audit * Ensuring compliance with IFRS and relevant accounting regulations * Oversight of revenue recognition and cost accounting, including liaison with public sector bodies for concessionary revenue * Cashflow management and coordination of payment runs * Preparation and submission of quarterly VAT returns * Driving continuous improvement in financial controls, processes and systems * Providing ad hoc financial analysis to senior management and group finance * Line management and development of two finance team members Skills, Experience & Qualifications To be successful in this role, you will have: * Proven experience in a Finance Manager, Financial Controller or similar senior finance role * Fully qualified accountant (ICAS, ACCA, ACA or CIMA) * Strong technical accounting knowledge with practical application experience * Excellent attention to detail and high standards of accuracy * Strong communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels * Ability to work under pressure and meet strict reporting deadlines * A proactive, organised and methodical approach to workload management * Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills * Experience with management reporting and financial analysis * People management experience, with a collaborative leadership style * Experience using accounting systems (Oracle or SAP advantageous, but not essential) Working Pattern * 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday * Hybrid working – 3 days per week in the Glasgow office Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant looking to take ownership of a broad financial remit within a stable, well-structured organisation offering visibility, responsibility and long-term career development