Anderson Knight are delighted to be supporting 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 accountant looking to take ownership of a broad financial remit within a stable, well-structured organisation offering visibility, responsibility and long-term career development