Finance Manager

The Opportunity

An established and highly respected transport and services organisation is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead financial control and reporting across a multi-brand operation with revenues in excess of £60m per annum.

Reporting to the Head of Finance, this is a senior hands-on role with responsibility for statutory reporting, monthly management accounts, audit, VAT, cashflow and team leadership. The position offers excellent exposure to group finance, senior stakeholders and continuous improvement initiatives within a complex, high-volume environment.

Key Responsibilities

As Finance Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Full ownership of monthly P&L reporting and period-end close
• Preparation of annual statutory accounts in line with group reporting deadlines
• Balance sheet reconciliations and journal postings
• Leading and coordinating the annual external audit
• Ensuring compliance with IFRS and relevant accounting regulations
• Oversight of revenue recognition and cost accounting, including liaison with public sector bodies for concessionary revenue
• Cashflow management and coordination of payment runs
• Preparation and submission of quarterly VAT returns
• Driving continuous improvement in financial controls, processes and systems
• Providing ad hoc financial analysis to senior management and group finance
• Line management and development of two finance team members

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Proven experience in a Finance Manager, Financial Controller or similar senior finance role
• Fully qualified accountant (ICAS, ACCA, ACA or CIMA)
• Strong technical accounting knowledge with practical application experience
• Excellent attention to detail and high standards of accuracy
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict reporting deadlines
• A proactive, organised and methodical approach to workload management
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Experience with management reporting and financial analysis
• People management experience, with a collaborative leadership style
• Experience using accounting systems (Oracle or SAP advantageous, but not essential)

Working Pattern

• 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Hybrid working – 3 days per week in the Glasgow office

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Finance Manager looking to take ownership of a broad financial remit within a stable, well-structured organisation offering visibility, responsibility and long-term career development.