Finance Manager

Scottish Government; Kilwinning; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Scottish Government, via Accountant in Bankruptcy, is seeking a Finance Manager to provide financial leadership, influence key business decisions and contribute to strategic finance projects across the agency. The role focuses on stewardship of public funds and ensuring robust financial performance.

You will support planning, management and reporting, offer expert financial analysis to senior stakeholders and help drive governance improvements in a dynamic public sector setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert financial advice and analysis to a broad range of stakeholders.
• Contribute to financial planning, management and reporting activities.
• Lead or contribute to projects that enhance the Agency's financial services and operational effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with financial reporting standards, legislation and Scottish Government guidance.
• Support development of colleagues within the Finance Team.

Job description

Want to help ensure public funds are managed effectively while supporting Scotland's economic well-being? Accountant in Bankruptcy is an Executive Agency of the Scottish Government, responsible for administering Scotland's insolvency system, supervising bankruptcy processes, and supporting individuals and businesses facing financial difficulty. The Agency plays a vital role in delivering fair, efficient and effective debt solutions while supporting Scotland's wider economic wellbeing.

At Accountant in Bankruptcy, the Finance Team plays a central role in supporting the Agency's strategic ambitions and operational success. We are looking for a talented Finance Manager to provide financial leadership, influence key business decisions and contribute to impactful projects that support the effective stewardship of public funds. This is an excellent opportunity to make a tangible difference, shape strategic outcomes and further develop your career within a dynamic and forward-thinking public sector organisation.

The Finance Team is a key corporate function within the Agency, providing financial stewardship, governance and strategic support to ensure public resources are managed efficiently and effectively. The team works closely with colleagues across the organisation, senior leaders and external stakeholders to support informed decision-making and the delivery of Agency objectives.

As Finance Manager, you will play a significant role in supporting the Agency's financial planning, management and reporting activities. You will provide expert financial advice and analysis to a broad range of stakeholders, contribute to strategic decision-making, and help ensure compliance with financial reporting standards, legislation and Scottish Government guidance.

You will also contribute to the continuous improvement of financial systems, processes and controls, support the development of colleagues within the Finance Team, and lead or contribute to projects that enhance the Agency's financial services and operational effectiveness. The role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to broaden their skills, influence strategic decision-making, lead key financial initiatives, and continue their professional development within a supportive and forward-thinking organisation.