Finance Manager - St Andrews

Finance Manager – St Andrews

ACCA Careers is recruiting a permanent Finance Manager based in St Andrews, Fife. This full‑time position leads a small finance team of four direct reports, reporting to the Finance Director. Part‑time individuals will also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Manage the finance function, leading a team of 4 direct reports and reporting to the Finance Director
• Prepare and oversee annual budgets, statutory accounts, management accounts, and forecasts
• Manage external audit, tax compliance, VAT, and year‑end processes
• Ensure robust financial controls, systems, and governance across the organisation
• Lead process improvements, including digitalisation and automation of financial systems
• Oversee payroll, pensions, and other HR financial functions ensuring efficiency and value for money
• Provide financial advice to senior leadership and the Board to aid in key decision making
• Build strong relationships with auditors, banks, and regulatory bodies
• Develop and foster a high‑performance finance team

Candidate

We are looking for a qualified (ICAS / CIMA / ACCA etc.) finance professional with strong technical expertise, people management and excellent interpersonal skills. Significant experience in financial management is essential, including statutory accounts, management accounts, budgeting, and compliance. Candidates should possess strong IT proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and financial systems.

Key skills and attributes include exceptional numeracy and analytical abilities, the ability to interpret complex financial data and communicate clearly to diverse audiences, strong organisational and time‑management skills, and the capacity to prioritise effectively under pressure. A collaborative approach, integrity, and the ability to build trusted relationships are also key, as is being self‑motivated and resilient in meeting deadlines.

Benefits

• Salary up to £62,000
• Defined‑contribution pension with 6% employer contribution
• 38 days per annum
• Free lunches & other excellent benefits

Next Steps

The closing date for applications is Monday 12th January at 5pm. Early applications are encouraged! Only applicants with Right to Work in the UK can be considered for this post. Interviews will be held in the week commencing 19th January.

For a Candidate Information Pack, please reach out to Lynsey Campbell or Emma Clitherow at Cooper Parry Finance recruitment.