Finance Manager - Glasgow

Michael Page; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Scotland seeks a financially savvy professional to oversee financial operations and reporting. You will manage cash flow and prepare management accounts, partnering with the Finance Director to shape financial strategy. The ideal candidate is a qualified accountant with strong leadership skills and technical proficiency in financial systems. The role offers a competitive salary ranging from £55,000 to £65,000, along with additional benefits.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated management accounting and financial control experience.
• Proficient in managing complex financial reporting requirements.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation and review of monthly management accounts.
• Manage cash flow, payroll, and financial operations.
• Provide financial insights and performance analysis.

Skills

Strong financial reporting

Leadership and mentoring

Influencing senior stakeholders

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

Sage

Xero

Job description

Overview

Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will oversee day-to-day financial operations while delivering high-quality financial reporting, analysis, and strategic input. This role will suit a commercially minded finance professional who thrives in a dynamic, growth-focused environment and wants to make a tangible impact on business performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and review of monthly management accounts, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely delivery.
• Manage cash flow, payroll, and financial operations, ensuring effective controls are in place to support business needs.
• Oversee and review balance sheet reconciliations, income statements, and variance analysis, providing clear commentary and actionable insights.
• Partner with the Finance Director to shape financial strategy, supporting long-term planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Provide senior management with financial insights, performance analysis, and recommendations that drive business growth and operational efficiency.
• Supervise and mentor the internal finance team, building capability and ensuring best practice across financial processes.
• Review and enhance financial systems, processes, and reporting frameworks, recommending improvements to support scalability and efficiency.
• Act as a key finance business partner, translating financial information into meaningful insights for both financial and non-financial stakeholders.

Profile

The successful candidate will likely have the following profile:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) or equivalent experience with strong management accounting and financial control.
• Strong technical skills and proven ability to manage complex financial reporting requirements.
• Proficiency with financial systems (Sage, Xero, or similar), with the ability to identify and implement process improvements.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and mentor junior team members.
• Commercially astute, detail-driven, and able to balance operational oversight with strategic perspective.

Job Offer

This role offers a competitive salary between £55,000-£65,000 plus wider benefits.