Finance Manager

Company: Mental Welfare Commission for Scotland
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Location: Edinburgh
Job Description:

Job Description

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Finance Manager

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Salary: up to £60,907 (based on 35 hours per week, pro rata for part-time)

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Hours: Part-time or full-time, with a minimum commitment of 21 hours (3 days) per week

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Location: Thistle House, Edinburgh (hybrid working)

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Reports to: Head of Culture & Corporate Services

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Direct reports: 2 x Finance Officers (1.5FTE)

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Annual Budget Responsibility: Approx. £7m

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Looking for more than just your next finance role? Join us and use your financial expertise to support work that has a genuine and lasting impact.

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The Mental Welfare Commission for Scotland is looking for a motivated Finance Manager to lead our finance function and support the delivery of our mission to protect and promote the rights of some of Scotland's most vulnerable people. Offering a high level of autonomy and influence, this role provides the opportunity to shape and strengthen financial stewardship across the organisation.

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About the Role

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The Finance Manager oversees the Commission’s financial management, payroll, and statutory compliance functions. Managing an annual budget of approximately £7 million, you will provide high-quality financial advice and act as the organisation’s expert on all financial matters.

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Working closely with the Head of Culture & Corporate Services, you will lead on:

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·        Financial reporting, analysis and advice to the CEO, executive leadership team and the Board

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·        Annual budget setting and multi-year forecasting

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·        Year-end accounts and external/internal audit

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·        Payroll and the annual pay award process in line with Scottish Government Pay Policy

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·        Financial controls, policies, procedures and risk management

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·        Procurement

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·        Managing the shared services arrangement with Scottish Government

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About You

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We are looking for someone who brings:

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·        A professional accountancy qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ICAS or equivalent)

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·        Significant experience in public sector financial management

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·        Experience managing payroll and related processes

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·        Excellent analytical, communication and influencing skills

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·        The ability to work independently across a wide remit

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·        People management experience.

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·        A commitment to public sector values, integrity and continuous improvement

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What we offer

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·        Flexibility on contracted hours, subject to a minimum commitment of 21 hours/3 days per week.

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·        Hybrid working, with modern office and facilities in the centre of Edinburgh

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·        Generous annual leave and NHS pension

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·        Supportive, inclusive organisational culture with opportunities for professional development

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·        A meaningful role contributing to human rights and public service in Scotland

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Visit our website to find more about the Commission and working with us: Work with us | Mental Welfare Commission for Scotland (mwcscot.org.uk)

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How to apply

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Full details including job pack available by clicking the Apply button now.

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Posted: October 10th, 2026