Finance Manager

Trivandi; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent financial management company seeks a Finance Manager in Glasgow to oversee financial operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and efficient cash flow management. The role involves both strategic and hands-on responsibilities to support project delivery leading to a successful Games. Ideal candidates will have a professional finance qualification, at least 5 years of management experience, and be proficient in financial practices and tools.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of proven experience in finance and business administration at Manager level.
• Experience in a live project-based or fast-growing environment is desirable.
• Good understanding of accounting best practice including accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Design and scale the finance function to meet evolving project needs.
• Manage all aspects of the finance function from data entry to financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with local, Glasgow 2026, and UK regulatory standards.
• Monitor and manage cash flow for operational activities.
• Provide finance support and reporting to relevant functions as required.

Skills

Financial Operations Management

Compliance with Regulatory Standards

Cash Flow Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Microsoft 365 Proficiency

Attention to Detail

Education

Professional qualification in finance and/or business administration

Tools

Xero accounting software

Job description

Finance Manager

Application Deadline: 8 August 2025

Department: Central Services

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract

Location: Glasgow

Description

Reporting directly to the Central Services Director for Trivandi's delivery, the Finance Manager will oversee all financial operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, accurate bookkeeping, and effective management of contracts and cash flow. This role is critical to establishing and maintaining effective financial processes and systems that support the delivery of a successful Games.

This role is both hands-on and strategic, supporting day-to-day live delivery, while also driving forecasting, financial risk identification, and value-for-money across the full project. The Finance Manager will play a vital role in helping the team make live decisions based on real-time data, financial analysis, and strong governance.

Working Arrangements

The role will commence in the Organising Company's Glasgow city centre office, with visits required to competition venues as needed to fully deliver the responsibilities of the role. The location for the role may transition to being based at a competition venue as we approach the Games.

The role will be contracted for 40 hours per week, with office attendance aligned to the Organising Company's working pattern. All travel to your place of work will be at your own cost. During the Games operational period, shift patterns are likely to be required, which could include weekends.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and scale the finance function to meet the evolving needs of the project, developing fit-for-purpose policies, controls, and processes that adapt to each phase of delivery-from mobilisation through Games-time operations
• Manage and perform all aspects of the finance function from data entry through to financial reporting, ensuring completeness and accuracy across accounts payable/receivable, client invoicing, cash management, payroll, budget reconciliation and FX management
• Ensure all financial operations comply with local, Glasgow 2026, and UK regulatory standards, including tax laws, labour regulations, and contractual obligations
• Monitor and manage cash flow for all operational activities, ensuring timely availability of funds to meet supplier, salary, and other expense obligations
• Work closely with the budget management and operational teams on the budget process, ensuring expenditures align with financial goals and approved limits
• Provide finance support, advice, and reporting to relevant functions as required
• Manage financial aspects of contracts with service providers and suppliers, ensuring timely payments and adherence to agreed terms
• Supervise payroll operations, ensuring timely and accurate salary disbursements and tax deductions for all operational staff and contractors
• Prepare and deliver detailed financial reports to leadership, including profit and loss statements, cash flow analysis, and expense summaries
• Monitor and approve expenses, ensuring alignment with budgetary guidelines and contractual obligations. Proactively identify and address discrepancies or inefficiencies
• Coordinate financial audits, ensuring all records and processes meet required standards. Address auditor inquiries and implement improvement recommendations
• Lead the finance function, providing guidance and ensuring adherence to financial best practices and deadlines
• Manage financial systems and tools for expense tracking, invoice processing, and reporting. Implement improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy
• Document, update, and maintain financial processes. Implement best practices to improve efficiency, compliance, and reporting accuracy

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Experience

• A professional qualification in finance and/or business administration
• 5+ years' proven experience in finance and business administration within a small to medium scale company at Manager level
• Experience in a live project-based or fast-growing environment is desirable
• A good understanding of accounting best practice including accounting software
• A track record of delivering excellent results across the range of business areas noted in the job description
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft 365 and Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Xero accounting software experience is desirable

Competencies

• Excellent time, planning, organisational skills with the ability to work to tightdeadlines and prioritise in a dynamic environment
• Collaborative working and stakeholder engagement - Able to build effective working relationships across teams and with external stakeholders, contributing to a positive and productive working culture.
• A clear and succinct communicator both verbally and in writing
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain high levels of accuracy in your work
• Creative in approach, with the ability to generate ideas for financial process improvement
• A proactive and solutions-focused approach

Behaviours

• Loyal and committed, displaying the highest levels of integrity
• Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced, changing environment
• Handles sensitive information with care and maintains confidentiality at all times
• Supportive, open, friendly, approachable, and respectful
• Self-motivated and resourceful