262359 Finance Manager

Overview

In this Finance Manager role, you will lead the Commission’s financial management, payroll, and compliance to support the organisation’s mission of protecting and promoting the rights of vulnerable people. You will work closely with senior leadership to drive financial reporting, budgeting, and risk management, shaping financial stewardship across the organisation. The role offers autonomy, cross-functional impact, and involvement in public service delivery at Edinburgh-based hybrid working. You will influence decision-making and help ensure robust financial controls while managing partnerships with government services.

Pay / Benefits

• Generous annual leave
• NHS pension
• Hybrid working
• Flexible contracted hours (min 21/week)
• Professional development opportunities

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial management, payroll, and statutory compliance for the Commission
• Lead annual budget setting and multi-year forecasting
• Manage year-end accounts, external and internal audits
• Oversee payroll processes and annual pay award alignment with SG policy
• Maintain financial controls, policies, procedures, and risk management
• Manage procurement activities and efficiency
• Coordinate the shared services arrangement with Scottish Government
• Provide high-quality financial advice to CEO, ELT, and the Board

Key requirements

• Professional accountancy qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ICAS or equivalent)
• Significant experience in public sector financial management
• Experience managing payroll and related processes
• Excellent analytical, communication and influencing skills
• Ability to work independently across a wide remit
• People management experience
• Commitment to public sector values, integrity and continuous improvement

• Analytical thinking
• Influencing and stakeholder engagement
• Independent working
• Public sector financial management
• Payroll management
• Budgeting and forecasting

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