Interim Finance Director

Morgan Hunt UK Limited; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK seeks an Interim Finance Director in Glasgow to provide strategic leadership across financial management and governance. This hybrid role requires a qualified accountant with significant experience in the social housing sector. The ideal candidate will lead teams, drive collaboration, and support the Board with high-quality reporting. Competitive compensation is offered for this impactful position.

Qualifications

• Senior leadership experience in a financial context.
• Ability to work within the third sector and understand its values.
• Experience with lender relations and financial planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial strategy, budgeting, and reporting.
• Ensure positive engagement and governance in the organization.
• Oversee digital systems for operational efficiency.

Skills

Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIPFA or equivalent)

Social housing background

Proven experience in treasury

Skilled at leading and developing teams

Tools

BRIXX or similar housing financial modelling tools

Job description

Interim Finance Director

Location: Glasgow (Hybrid 2 days in the office, flexible working arrangements)

Contract: Initial 6 month contract (with potential to extend to 12)

Salary: £80,000-£90,000 pro rata / £500-£650 per day (guideline, open to discussion)

Why this role

This is an exciting leadership opportunity for a values-driven Finance Director to make an immediate impact. You'll join a high-performing team at a key stage of its journey - bringing strategic direction, people‑centred leadership, and confidence across Finance, People & Culture, and IT. We're looking for someone who can inspire trust, nurture growth, and continue the progress already being made across the organisation. If you enjoy shaping strategy while developing people and driving best practice, this role offers plenty of scope and autonomy to do both.

What you’ll lead

• Finance: end‑to‑end leadership of budgets, management accounts, treasury, business planning and financial strategy.
• People & Culture: working with an experienced HR lead to ensure positive engagement, good governance, and a strong organisational culture.
• IT: oversight of digital systems, ensuring the organisation remains efficient, secure, and well‑connected.
• Governance & Risk: supporting the Board with high‑quality reporting, assurance, and continuous improvement.

What you’ll bring Must‑haves

• Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIPFA or equivalent) with senior leadership experience.
• Social housing background - ideally within an RSL or third‑sector environment.
• Proven experience in treasury, lender relations, and long‑term financial planning.
• Skilled at leading and developing teams and driving collaboration.

Nice‑to‑haves

• Broader understanding of HR, and IT management.
• Experience with BRIXX or similar housing financial modelling tools.
• Board or Committee‑level reporting experience within the sector, or wider public sector.

The person

• Inclusive, engaging and supportive leader who builds trust naturally.
• Understands the values and purpose of the third sector.
• Communicates clearly with both financial and non‑financial audiences.
• Hands on when needed, but comfortable influencing strategically.
• Ready to bring stability, structure and positive momentum.

Working pattern

• Hybrid, typically two office days per week (flexible to suit you).
• Condensed hours and other arrangements are considered.
• Ideal for an experienced Head of Finance, Finance Manager or Director ready to step up.

How to apply

Please submit your CV below, or contact Erinne for further enquiries.

Morgan Hunt is a multi‑award‑winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.