Finance / Business Support Manager

Creative Scotland; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A cultural organisation in Scotland is seeking a Finance / Business Support Manager to oversee financial management and support strategic planning. This hybrid role allows flexibility between on-site and home working, providing autonomy and a chance to make a significant impact in the community. The ideal candidate will have strong financial and communication skills, with responsibilities including budget development and process improvement. Competitive salary ranging from £25,000 to £27,000 is offered for this permanent position.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working

Full employee rights

Autonomy and influence in a senior role

Qualifications

• Experience in financial management and oversight.
• Ability to provide clear financial insights.
• Skills in strategic planning and business support.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial management for GCAT.
• Provide timely financial insight for governance.
• Support smooth running and projects of GCAT.
• Develop budgets and long-term strategies.
• Improve processes with new tools.

Skills

Financial management

Strong communication

Strategic planning

Process improvement

Job description

GCAT is looking for a Finance / Business Support Manager to join our Management Team and help shape the future of a much-loved cultural organisation in the heart of the Glenkens.

This role offers a hybrid way of working, with time shared between the CatStrand in New Galloway and home working, allowing flexibility to suit both organisational needs and personal circumstances. You will work closely with the Chief Executive, playing a central role in how the organisation is run. From overseeing finances to supporting strategic planning and improving systems, your work will directly support creative, community‑led projects that make a difference locally.

What you’ll be doing:

• Taking the lead on GCAT’s financial management and ensuring strong, secure systems
• Providing clear, timely financial insight to support good decision‑making and governance
• Supporting the smooth running of GCAT and its projects through effective business support
• Helping develop and deliver budgets, plans, and long‑term strategies
• Improving processes and embracing new tools to make the organisation work better

Why join us:

• A permanent role with full employee rights
• A genuinely flexible, hybrid working approach
• A senior role with autonomy, influence, and variety
• The opportunity to support arts, culture, and community in a tangible way.

Hours Per Week: 28 (0.8FTE - negotiable)

Salary: £25,000 - £27,000

The deadline is Sunday 18 January 2026 at 23:55.

TAGGED: Audience Development / Crafts / Music / Theatre / Young People (aged 0 to 25)