4 results for Head Finance in Scotland

Finance Manager

Grangemouth, Falkirk
remote
Contract
55000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
Finance Manager (12-Month Contract - Maternity Cover)Location: Central Belt (Site-based with up to 1 day per week working from home) Salary: Circa £65,000 (depending on experience), can be considered on day rate Start Date: August / September 2026We're recruiting for an experienced Finance Manager to join a leading manufacturing business on a 12-month fixed-term contract covering maternity leave.Reporting directly to the Finance Director, this is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially focused finance professional who enjoys business partnering, financial planning, and driving performance through insightful analysis.The OpportunityAs a key member of the finance team, you'll provide high-quality financial reporting, forecasting, and commercial insight to support operational and strategic decision-making.You'll act as the lead finance contact for all revenue-related activities, taking ownership of forecasting, reporting, and performance analysis while partnering closely with commercial, operational, and finance stakeholders. The role also offers exposure to international collaboration, working alongside the international Corporate Finance team to support consolidated reporting across the wider business.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead the annual budgeting process, latest outlooks, and monthly forecasting activities.</li><li>Deliver meaningful financial reporting, variance analysis, and performance insights to senior stakeholders.</li><li>Present financial results, forecasts, and business performance updates to leadership teams.</li><li>Monitor short-term financial performance, highlighting key risks and opportunities.</li><li>Take ownership of revenue reporting, forecasting, and commercial performance analysis.</li><li>Manage debtor performance, cash collection, and Days Sales Outstanding (DSO), working closely with commercial teams to improve cash flow and reduce credit risk.</li><li>Analyse accounts receivable performance and implement actions to improve working capital.</li><li>Provide ad hoc financial analysis and recommendations to support business decisions.</li><li>Identify and implement improvements to financial processes, controls, and reporting.</li><li>Support strategic projects and cross-functional business initiatives.</li><li>Partner with operational, commercial, and finance teams to drive profitability and business performance.</li></ul>About YouYou'll be a qualified finance professional with strong analytical skills and a proactive, commercial mindset.Essential Experience & Qualifications<ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CA).</li><li>Proven experience in financial planning, forecasting, budgeting and analysis.</li><li>SAP experience is desirable but not essential.</li></ul>Key Skills<ul><li>Strong commercial awareness and analytical capability.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Ability to influence and build relationships across all levels of the business.</li><li>High levels of integrity, professionalism and attention to detail.</li><li>Strong leadership and organisational skills.</li></ul>If you're looking for a varied FP&A/Finance manager role where you can make a genuine impact within a global business, we'd love to hear from you.For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:Ailidh van Wyk - Client Services Director Phone: 01312403704 Email: 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/YWlsaWRoLnZhbnd5ay4xNzYzOC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-16T09:58:22Z

Finance Manager

Edinburgh, Edinburgh
remote
Contract
50000 - 52000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Finance Manager</h1>6-Month Fixed-Term Contract (Potential to Become Permanent) Edinburgh | Hybrid Working £52,000 + BenefitsRobert Half is delighted to be partnering with an accountant advisory firm to recruit a Finance Manager on an initial six-month fixed-term contract with a potential to convert to permanent contract.This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and growing organisation in a broad, commercially focused finance role. Reporting directly to the CFO, you'll take ownership of the firm's internal finance function, working closely with senior leaders and partners to provide financial insight, operational support and drive continuous improvement across the business.Unlike a traditional accountancy practice role, this is an internal finance position, offering the opportunity to make a real impact on the business without client delivery or business development responsibilities.<h2>The Role</h2>As Finance Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day finance operations while supporting the CFO with financial reporting, business partnering and strategic initiatives.Key responsibilities include:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Leading the day-to-day internal finance function and managing team priorities.</li><li>Supervising and developing the Finance Assistant.</li><li>Preparing monthly management accounts, reporting packs and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Supporting year-end statutory accounts and tax reporting.</li><li>Producing quarterly VAT returns.</li><li>Managing credit control and cash collection activities.</li><li>Acting as the finance lead for the firm's practice management system.</li><li>Providing meaningful financial reporting and commercial insight to business managers, directors and partners.</li><li>Supporting finance transformation and continuous improvement projects.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2>We're keen to speak with finance professionals who can demonstrate:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Qualified accountant (CA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) preferred, although strong qualified-by-experience candidates will also be considered.</li><li>Previous experience working within an accountancy practice or professional services environment.</li><li>Strong management reporting and financial accounting experience.</li><li>Excellent communication and business partnering skills.</li><li>A proactive approach with a passion for improving processes and adding commercial value.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills, with experience of finance systems. Experience with practice management systems would be advantageous.</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer?</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>Up to £52,000 salary DOE.</li><li>Initial six-month fixed-term contract with genuine potential to become permanent.</li><li>Hybrid working with flexibility around office attendance.</li><li>35-hour working week.</li><li>Opportunity to work directly with the CFO and senior leadership team.</li><li>Collaborative, people-focused culture within one of Scotland's most respected independent firms.</li></ul>If you're looking for a varied finance role where you can influence business performance, lead process improvements and work within a supportive, forward-thinking organisation, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today or contact Ailidh van Wyk @ Robert Half on 0131 240 3704 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/YWlsaWRoLnZhbnd5ay40MTM3OC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-23T09:11:47Z

Finance Manager

Glasgow, Glasgow
remote
Permanent
50000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is working in partnership with a dynamic organisation near Glasgow to recruit a Finance Manager. The successful candidate will take ownership of financial reporting, management accounting, and compliance for multiple projects, ensuring accurate and timely delivery of financial information to stakeholders.Our client is a market leader in infrastructure investment and asset management, operating across the UK. They manage large-scale projects in sectors such as transport, energy, social infrastructure, and public-private partnerships (PPP). With a strong reputation for delivering sustainable and long-term value, the business works closely with local authorities, investors, and stakeholders to ensure compliance, efficiency, and growth.This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic finance team within a business that plays a critical role in managing essential infrastructure assets. Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Prepare management account reports, including analysis of actual vs budget.</li><li>Incorporate purchase ledgers, sales ledgers, cash books, and loan schedules into ETBs and reconcile ETBs to SUN Systems.</li><li>Maintain accruals, prepayments, and amortisation workings.</li><li>Supervise preparation and submission of VAT and CIS returns.</li><li>Oversee purchase invoice processing, non-supplier payments, and issuing invoices to customers.</li><li>Supervise maintenance of cash books and loan schedules.</li><li>Prepare statutory accounts for year-end audit.</li><li>Produce supporting documentation and working papers for audit.</li><li>Liaise with audit teams during fieldwork and with audit managers post-review.</li><li>Work with tax advisers on corporation tax computations.</li><li>Present finance reports to shareholders at quarterly project board meetings.</li><li>Track and comply with project deliverables as dictated by loan facility agreements.</li><li>Maintain financial and operating models; prepare budgets and cash flow forecasts.</li></ul>About You<ul><li>ICAS/ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified.</li><li>Excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills to build effective relationships internally and externally.</li><li>Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to challenge and develop explanations.</li><li>Proactive in identifying and implementing process improvements.</li><li>Experience in infrastructure, asset management, or project finance is advantageous.</li></ul> Why Join Them? <ul><li>Work with a leading player in infrastructure and asset management.</li><li>Exposure to complex projects and stakeholder engagement.</li><li>Competitive salary between £50,000 - £60,000 per annum. </li><li>Opportunity to influence financial strategy and compliance.</li></ul>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/cmVnZ2llLm1jbWFob24uNzkzNzEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-31T10:14:05Z

Credit Controller

Edinburgh, Edinburgh
remote
Permanent
30000 - 35000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Credit Controller - Edinburgh</h1>Location: Edinburgh Salary: £30,000-£35,000 Contract: Permanent Start Date: ASAPWe're working with a well-established business in Edinburgh who are looking to appoint an experienced Credit Controller to join their finance team.This is a great opportunity for someone with strong credit control experience who enjoys working with customers, managing their own ledger and taking a proactive approach to cash collection.<h3>The Role</h3>Reporting into the Finance Manager, you'll take responsibility for managing an allocated customer ledger and ensuring outstanding debts are collected efficiently and professionally.Key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Managing an allocated customer ledger and monitoring outstanding balances.</li><li>Proactively contacting customers by phone and email to recover overdue payments.</li><li>Building strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders.</li><li>Investigating and resolving invoice and payment queries.</li><li>Allocating cash and ensuring customer accounts are kept up to date.</li><li>Monitoring aged debt and escalating potential issues where required.</li><li>Working closely with the wider finance team to improve cash collection and reduce overdue debt.</li><li>Preparing regular aged debt reports and providing updates on collection performance.</li><li>Supporting with account reconciliations and other finance duties as required.</li><li>Identifying opportunities to improve credit control processes and procedures.</li></ul><h3>About You</h3>We're looking for someone who has:<ul><li>Previous experience in a Credit Controller or similar accounts receivable position.</li><li>Strong communication and negotiation skills.</li><li>Confidence speaking with customers regarding outstanding payments.</li><li>Good attention to detail and strong organisational skills.</li><li>The ability to manage a busy ledger and prioritise effectively.</li><li>A proactive approach to resolving queries and collecting debt.</li><li>Good Excel and general systems skills.</li><li>The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a wider finance team.</li></ul>This would suit an experienced Credit Controller looking for their next opportunity in Edinburgh, or someone with solid Accounts Receivable experience who is ready to take on more responsibility. 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/YWlsaWRoLnZhbnd5ay41MzIzMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-17T15:30:29Z