Finance Manager

Finance Manager

Edinburgh (Hybrid Working)
Temporary with opportunity to go permanent

Part Time – 28 hours per week

Brightwork are delighted to be supporting our public sector client in the recruitment of a Finance Manager based in Edinburgh.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to join a respected public sector organisation and take ownership of the finance function, providing strategic financial leadership and ensuring the highest standards of financial governance, compliance and reporting.

Reporting to the Head of Corporate Services, the Finance Manager will be the organisation's lead finance professional, overseeing an annual budget of approximately £7 million and acting as the key adviser on all financial matters. This role offers significant autonomy and the opportunity to influence decision-making at senior leadership level.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the finance function and line manage the Finance Officer
• Prepare and present financial reports, analysis and advice to senior leadership and the Board
• Manage annual budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes
• Lead year-end accounts preparation and coordinate external and internal audits
• Oversee payroll processes and annual pay award implementation
• En...