Senior Finance Manager

Lusona Consultancy (Financial) Limited; Bridge of Weir; Hybrid; GBP 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public sector organisation in Glasgow seeks a Senior Finance Manager to oversee financial operations within a £60m+ organisation. This contract role involves leading budgeting, ensuring compliance with public sector standards, and collaborating with service teams to drive strategic financial planning. The position offers hybrid working and the chance to make a meaningful impact in essential public services.

Benefits

Hybrid working options

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior finance role, ideally within the social care or public sector.
• Strong understanding of public sector financial regulations and reporting standards.
• Demonstrated ability to lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing financial systems, processes, and controls for compliance with regulations.
• Leading the budgeting and forecasting processes in collaboration with service managers.
• Acting as a finance business partner to operational teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder Engagement

Job description

Senior Finance Manager (Contract)
Location:Glasgow (Agile Hybrid with WFH)
Rate:Based on £47,244 Salary + Benefits
Contract Length:2 Months (Potential for Extension or Permanent Transfer)
Sector:Public Sector – Social Care

Your new company
A leading public sector organisation based in Glasgow is seeking a highly experienced Senior Finance Manager to join their team on a contract basis. This is a pivotal role within the finance function, offering the opportunity to lead financial operations, drive strategic planning, and support service delivery across a £60m+ organisation.

Your new role
As Senior Finance Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing financial systems, processes, and controls to ensure compliance with public sector regulations and standards. You will lead the budgeting and forecasting processes, act as a finance business partner to operational teams, and provide commercial and strategic financial insights to senior stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the preparation and presentation of budgets and forecasts in collaboration with service managers
• Monitoring financial performance, analysing variances, and reporting to senior leadership
• Acting as a finance business partner, offering insights and support to operational teams
• Overseeing financial reporting and presenting at committee meetings when required
• Driving continuous improvement in financial systems and processes
• Supporting financial aspects of business tenders and contract renewals
• Managing utilities monitoring and liaising with suppliers and brokers
• Leading the implementation and oversight of internal Housing Benefit processes
• Providing leadership and mentorship to finance staff, including dotted-line oversight of a Senior Management Accountant and direct management of transactional finance teams

What you'll need to succeed

• Proven experience in a senior finance role, ideally within the social care or wider public sector
• Strong understanding of public sector financial regulations and reporting standards
• Demonstrated ability to lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes
• Experience in systems development and process improvement
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills

What you'll get in return
This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a values-driven organisation. You’ll join a collaborative and supportive team, with hybrid working options and the chance to contribute to essential public services.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date CV, or contact us for more information.