Finance Manager

Base Location: Glasgow or Perth

Salary: £50,100 - £75,100 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Finance Manager to join the Thermal Financial Control team based in Glasgow/Perth. Reporting directly into the Thermal Financial Controller, you will manage a team with responsibility for the accurate and timely execution of all aspects of general accounting, period end closing and statutory reporting activities for Thermal. 

You will

• Manage and develop a team of finance professionals, supporting their growth and ensuring delivery of high-quality outputs.
• Manage the end-to-end month-end close process for Thermal including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting.
• Manage year end and half year process including the preparation and audit of the statutory accounts and the preparation of the group disclosures for Thermal.
• Ensure compliance with Group financial control policies, including review of reconciliations, provisions, and risk and control matrices (RACMs).
• Respond to ad hoc business requests and finance queries, collaborating with stakeholders across the business & driving process improvements, automation, and greater efficiency across processes and controls.

You have

• A recognised professional accounting qualification (ICAS, ACCA, ACA, CIMA) with solid experience and a deep working knowledge of IFRS and FRS 101 reporting standards.
• Proven management experience, with the ability to manage, coach, and develop high-performing teams. You’ll have experience delegating effectively, overseeing complex workflows, and guiding your team through change with empathy and focus.
• Strong financial control experience, with a sharp attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in all aspects of period-end reporting, balance sheet reconciliation, and audit preparation.
• Hands-on experience in statutory reporting and audit processes, with a track record of successfully delivering year-end accounts and working closely with external auditors and internal stakeholders.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with senior stakeholders, business partners, and cross-functional teams to support decisions and improvements.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're building the world's largest offshore wind farm. Transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions of people and investing over £20 billion in homegrown energy, with £20 billion more in the pipeline.

Our Finance teams create value for all SSE business areas and play a key role in fulfilling our obligations as a FTSE100 UK-listed company. In a highly regulated and competitive environment, their experts keep us powering ahead by identifying efficiencies, providing advice and optimising our financial strategies.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact laura.morrison@sse.com / 01738 341814 to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further.

INT: As a courtesy, please let your current line manager know you are applying.

EXT: Before commencing employment with SSE, you'll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.

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