Group Finance Manager

Pointer Ltd. • Glasgow, IL

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About The Position

Pointer is seeking an experienced, commercially minded Group Finance Manager for a 15-month fixed-term maternity-cover position. The role provides continuity across Group reporting, budgeting, forecasting and financial control for UK and overseas operations. Working closely with the Group Finance Director, the postholder will deliver accurate financial reporting, support business decision-making and drive improvements to finance processes and systems. The role combines technical accounting with business partnering and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ICAS, ICAEW or equivalent), or significant relevant experience.
• Strong experience in management accounting, Group consolidations, budgeting and forecasting.
• Experience supporting year-end audit and financial control activities.
• Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with financial systems and reporting models.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be eligible to work in the UK.
• Strong background in management accounting and financial reporting within a multi-entity organisation.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Proactive, organised, able to work independently and build effective relationships across teams and locations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with overseas entities and multi-currency reporting.
• Knowledge of intercompany accounting, withholding tax or treaty relief processes.
• Experience with Xero, BI reporting tools or finance systems implementations.
• Knowledge of FRS 102 and lease accounting.
• Experience within an engineering, contracting, project-based or service-led business.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly Group reporting and consolidation process across UK and overseas entities.
• Prepare management accounts, budgets, forecasts and cash flow reports for designated Group companies.
• Deliver financial analysis and commentary to support business performance and decision-making.
• Coordinate year-end audit activities, compliance requirements and statutory reporting.
• Support overseas finance teams to ensure consistent, high-quality financial reporting.
• Maintain financial controls, reconciliations and intercompany processes.
• Identify and implement process, reporting and systems improvements across the Group.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with an annual review.
• Company pension.
• Employee referral scheme.
• Generous holiday allowance.
• Flexible working options.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Bi-annual career mentoring.
• Training and professional membership support.
• Life assurance.
• Access to private GP services.
• Annual flu jab.
• Employee discount scheme.
• Company vehicle for eligible roles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed