Director of Finance (Temporary) in Glasgow

Finance DirectorGlasgow | Interim with a view to permanentI am partnering with a large financial services group to appoint an experienced Finance Director following a period of significant growth. The position will initially start on an interim basis, with the clear intention for the successful individual to transition into the permanent Finance Director role. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance leader to join the business, make an immediate impact and become a key part of its longer term leadership team. The Finance Director will play a critical role in safeguarding the firm's financial integrity, strengthening financial controls, ensuring regulatory compliance and driving strategic financial planning. You will work closely with the senior leadership team to enhance financial performance, manage risk and support sustainable growth within a highly regulated environment. International travel will form part of the position. BenefitsGenerous annual bonus based on company and individual performanceFlexible working arrangementsInternational travel opportunitiesOpportunity to build and develop your own finance teamShareholding opportunityDirect involvement in the company's ongoing growth and strategyOpportunity to transition into a long term permanent Finance Director positionKey ResponsibilitiesLead, develop and scale a high performing UK finance team, embedding strong controls and accountabilityOversee month end, year end and statutory reporting, ensuring accuracy and timely deliveryPrepare and present Board and lender reporting packs including KPIs, forecasts and covenant analysisLead budgeting, forecasting and long term financial planningEnsure full FCA compliance including client money governance, regulatory capital monitoring and reportingMaintain robust internal controls, reconciliations and audit trails across trust and operating accountsManage cash flow, working capital and revenue recognition to optimise financial performanceAct as the primary contact for auditors, regulators and lendersLead finance workstreams across acquisitions, integrations, ERP implementations and strategic initiativesDrive continuous improvement and automation across billing, reporting and financial processesExperienceQualified accountant, ICAS, ACCA, CIMA or equivalentSignificant senior finance leadership experience within financial servicesExperience within a debt collection agency and/or publicly listed company would be highly desirableProven track record in regulatory reporting and financial governanceStrong understanding of client money controls and trust account managementDemonstrable experience managing external auditors and regulatory relationshipsCommercially minded with the ability to operate strategically while remaining hands on when requiredAvailable to initially join the business on an interim basis, ideally with an interest in progressing into the permanent Finance Director positionIf you are an experienced senior finance professional looking for an opportunity where you can make an immediate impact and potentially build a long term future with the business, I would be keen to hear from you. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.