4 results for Head Of Operations in Glasgow, Glasgow City

Financial Modeller

Penicuik, Midlothian
remote
Contract
300 - 350 GBP / Daily
Interim Cost Accountant / Manufacturing Finance Specialist Immediate Start | Flexible Working (Remote with Initial On-Site) £300-350 per day Interim Contract - 8-10 Weeks We are supporting a process manufacturing organisation with the appointment of an Interim Cost Accountant / Manufacturing Finance Specialist to support a critical costing project.This is a hands-on, project-focused role requiring strong technical capability across product costing, Excel modelling, and manufacturing finance.<h2 data-section-id="1og5t7q" data-end="603" data-start="588">Overview</h2><ul data-start="605" data-end="782"><li data-start="605" data-end="688" data-section-id="489768">Working Pattern: Flexible (primarily remote with initial on-site induction)</li><li data-section-id="rudz0w" data-end="752" data-start="689">Environment: Output-focused, not a traditional 9-5 role</li><li data-start="753" data-end="782" data-section-id="yifv9z">Start Date: Immediate</li></ul><h2 data-end="812" data-section-id="nm901q" data-start="789">Key Requirements</h2><ul data-start="814" data-end="1036"><li data-end="876" data-section-id="zh6i7e" data-start="814">Advanced Excel skills (high-level modelling essential)</li><li data-start="877" data-end="920" data-section-id="15n715w">Experience working with ERP systems</li><li data-start="921" data-section-id="mgdv7u" data-end="972">Strong manufacturing background (essential)</li><li data-start="973" data-end="1036" data-section-id="3p3gta">Proven experience in product costing / standard costing</li></ul><h2 data-end="1058" data-section-id="1hl1yo8" data-start="1043">The Role</h2>You will work closely with the Finance Manager and Operations teams, playing a key role across two core projects:The role combines completion of an advanced costing review with a wider costing transformation within a process manufacturing environment.Initially, you will support finalising a near-complete cost set update, including validating assumptions, refining labour, overhead and batch inputs, resolving discrepancies, and supporting ERP finalisation.This will then transition into a costing transformation project, redesigning the model from batch-based to time-based allocation. This includes building a framework for labour, rent and utilities, and improving costing accuracy, margin analysis and production insight.<h3 data-end="2277" data-section-id="b7itd0" data-start="2254">Key Attributes:</h3><ul data-end="2642" data-start="2279"><li data-start="2279" data-end="2325" data-section-id="m2kyty">Exceptional Excel modelling capability</li><li data-end="2405" data-section-id="bwt3sh" data-start="2326">Strong experience in standard costing within manufacturing environments</li><li data-start="2406" data-end="2472" data-section-id="1j2tdgd">Hands-on experience in product costing and cost allocation</li><li data-start="2473" data-section-id="aeh0tc" data-end="2555">Ability to translate operational activity into financial and margin impact</li><li data-section-id="10zdhad" data-end="2642" data-start="2556">Comfortable working cross-functionally with operations and manufacturing teams</li></ul>This is an excellent opportunity to step into a high-impact interim role, delivering both immediate value and longer-term improvements to costing methodology.For a confidential discussion, please get in touch with Ailidh van Wyk on 01312403704 or email your application Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YWlsaWRoLnZhbnd5ay42NzEzMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-05-01T09:57:14Z

Finance Manager

Edinburgh, Edinburgh
remote
Permanent
50000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a growing Edinburgh-based organisation to recruit a Finance Manager. This is a broad, hands-on role offering responsibility across management accounting, financial operations, and reporting, within a fast-paced, multi-entity environment.The position would suit a well-rounded finance professional looking to take ownership of core finance processes, improve reporting and controls, and support senior stakeholders with meaningful financial insight.<h2>Key Responsibilities</h2>This role will take ownership of the management accounting function while supporting statutory reporting and financial operations. Working closely with senior stakeholders and external advisors, the Finance Manager will play a key role in ensuring robust financial controls, insightful reporting, and scalable processes to support business growth. Responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Preparation and review of monthly management accounts across multiple entities, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.</li><li>Ownership of monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting cycles, including coordination with external auditors and professional advisors.</li><li>Providing financial analysis and insight to support commercial and strategic decision-making.</li><li>Oversight of day-to-day financial operations including payroll, VAT returns, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.</li><li>Driving improvements in financial systems, processes, and controls; including involvement in system upgrades or migrations (e.g. Xero).</li><li>Supporting cost control initiatives and contributing to budgeting and forecasting activities.</li><li>Working with non-finance stakeholders to improve financial understanding and support operational decision-making.</li><li>Assisting with the financial set-up of new business initiatives, including reporting structures, bank accounts, and internal controls.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2>We are keen to speak with candidates who are confident operating in a broad finance role and comfortable managing competing priorities. You will be detail-oriented, commercially aware, and capable of communicating effectively across the business. The ideal candidate will have:<ul><li>Experience: Proven experience in a relevant finance or accounting role; part-qualified, qualified-by-experience, or fully qualified candidates will be considered.</li><li>Technical Skills: Strong understanding of management accounting, financial reporting, and core finance operations.</li><li>Systems & Excel: Experience using accounting systems such as Xero and payroll software such as BrightPay, alongside strong Excel skills.</li><li>Commercial Mindset: An analytical approach with the ability to interpret financial data and provide practical insight.</li><li>Communication: Confidence working with non-financial stakeholders and explaining financial matters clearly.</li><li>Organisation: The ability to manage deadlines, prioritise workload, and operate effectively in a changing environment.</li></ul><h2>What's On Offer?</h2>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional seeking a varied, hands-on role within a growing and evolving organisation. You'll gain exposure across multiple areas of finance, with scope to influence processes and support business decision-making.Salary is offered in the range of £50,000-£60,000 plus benefits, depending on experience.To find out more about this Finance Manager opportunity, please apply or contact a member of the Robert Half team for a confidential discussion. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cmVnZ2llLm1jbWFob24uNzIwNDQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-04-17T14:00:18Z

Financial Controller - Interim

Glasgow, Glasgow
remote
Contract
450 - 550 GBP / Daily
Interim Financial Controller - Glasgow | £400-£500 per day (Inside IR35)We are supporting a large, operationally complex organisation with the appointment of an Interim Financial Controller at Head of Finance level, during a key period of change.<h3 data-end="270" data-section-id="wo6a9n" data-start="256">Location</h3>Glasgow (hybrid - regular onsite presence required)<h3 data-section-id="1d4aj7c" data-start="324" data-end="338">Day Rate</h3>£400-£500 per day (Inside IR35)<h3 data-end="386" data-start="372" data-section-id="ubpat0">Contract</h3>Interim assignment (initial duration with potential extension)<h2 data-start="456" data-section-id="3brya0" data-end="469">The Role</h2>This is a senior, hands-on leadership position within the finance function, responsible for both operational delivery and supporting ongoing transformation activity.Key responsibilities include:<ul data-start="670" data-end="997"><li data-end="724" data-start="670" data-section-id="7e8x1m">Leading and developing an established finance team</li><li data-section-id="1abvwim" data-start="725" data-end="804">Owning BAU finance operations and ensuring a smooth month-end close process</li><li data-end="859" data-start="805" data-section-id="1vpj5jr">Delivering accurate and timely financial reporting</li><li data-section-id="1fakuoj" data-start="860" data-end="937">Supporting and driving process improvement and transformation initiatives</li><li data-end="997" data-section-id="119dlhn" data-start="938">Partnering with senior stakeholders across the business</li></ul>This role requires someone who can step in quickly, provide stability, and add value across both BAU and change agendas.<h2 data-section-id="1dx3amz" data-start="1126" data-end="1148">Candidate Profile</h2>We are open to two potential profiles:1. Operational Finance Leader<ul data-end="1464" data-start="1226"><li data-section-id="15ttaus" data-start="1226" data-end="1287">Strong Financial Controller or Head of Finance background</li><li data-start="1288" data-section-id="1qyoc3o" data-end="1332">Proven experience managing finance teams</li><li data-section-id="o6woit" data-start="1333" data-end="1404">Deep expertise in month-end close, reporting, and financial control</li><li data-end="1464" data-start="1405" data-section-id="1ikfyyw">Ability to bring structure, consistency, and leadership</li></ul>2. Transformation-Focused Leader<ul data-end="1784" data-start="1505"><li data-end="1581" data-start="1505" data-section-id="10ksf7x">Strong experience delivering finance transformation or change programmes</li><li data-section-id="196s105" data-start="1582" data-end="1639">Skilled in process improvement, systems, and controls</li><li data-end="1718" data-section-id="13o90xr" data-start="1640">Comfortable leading teams through change and embedding new ways of working</li><li data-end="1784" data-section-id="5xwfll" data-start="1719">Able to maintain oversight of core reporting responsibilities</li></ul><h2 data-section-id="7ro8sp" data-start="1791" data-end="1808">Requirements</h2><ul data-start="1809" data-end="2110"><li data-end="1873" data-section-id="886p0j" data-start="1809">Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)</li><li data-start="1874" data-section-id="oxg4y1" data-end="1947">Experience operating at Financial Controller or Head of Finance level</li><li data-start="1948" data-section-id="wsuxei" data-end="2007">Strong leadership and stakeholder management capability</li><li data-section-id="14yamep" data-start="2008" data-end="2080">Experience within a complex, multi-entity or operational environment</li><li data-end="2110" data-start="2081" data-section-id="r8hdu4">Available at short notice</li></ul>This is an excellent opportunity to take on a visible, high-impact interim assignment within a dynamic environment, where you can make an immediate difference across both operations and transformation.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YWlsaWRoLnZhbnd5ay45MDc5MS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-04-29T16:27:10Z

Finance Manager

Paisley, Renfrewshire
remote
Permanent
40000 - 45000 GBP / Yearly
Finance Manager | Permanent |Full-Time | AyrshireI'm working with a long-established, owner-led manufacturing and joinery business to recruit a hands-on Finance Manager who will take full ownership of the finance function across three entities.This is a key, standalone role where you'll work closely with the owner, playing a vital part in supporting day-to-day operations while ensuring the smooth running of all finance activity across the group.The OpportunityThis is a broad, end-to-end role suited to someone who enjoys autonomy and responsibility. You'll be the go-to person for finance, managing everything from transactional activity through to year-end.Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Preparation of year-end accounts across three businesses</li><li>Full ownership of purchase & sales ledger (Sage 50)</li><li>Managing intercompany transactions</li><li>Producing trial balance and management-level accounts</li><li>Liaising with Lloyds Finance and factoring providers</li><li>Running payroll, including HMRC and NIC submissions</li><li>Managing pensions administration</li><li>Preparing and submitting quarterly VAT returns</li><li>Overseeing monthly invoicing and VAT processes</li><li>Handling holiday pay calculations</li><li>Supporting with wider operational and administrative tasks</li></ul>What We're Looking For<ul><li>Strong all-round accounting experience, ideally within an SME or owner-managed business</li><li>Confident user of Sage 50</li><li>Comfortable operating in a standalone role with full ownership</li><li>Organised, reliable, and proactive - someone who naturally takes the lead</li></ul>Salary & Benefits<ul><li>£40,000 - £45,000</li><li>Stable, long-standing business with a close-knit team environment</li><li>High level of autonomy and direct exposure to the business owner</li><li>Generous holiday package</li></ul>Why this role stands out:This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, ownership, and being embedded in the day-to-day of a business. You'll have real influence, visibility, and the chance to make the role your own.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q29ubm9yLk5vcnJpcy43MTk4Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-05-29T10:19:06Z