Financial Manager
FINANCIAL MANAGER Anderson Bell Christie are an employee-owned business located in Glasgow’s West End. We are an award-winning architecture practice whose ideas are based on our work around community, participation and sustainability. We are a hybrid office and offer agile working to balance the needs of the business and the employee owners. We are seeking a Financial Manager to join our management team. They will work alongside our bookkeeper, our project teams and the Directors. 1.0 Responsibilities The Financial Manager will have responsibility for the following: · Preparation of monthly management accounts · Balance Sheet and Bank reconciliation · Cashflow forecasts · Forecasting and prediction of future trends · Providing advice on financial strategy · Developing process improvements · Preparation of annual budgets and interim reforecasts · Margin analysis / income accounting knowledge · Cost control management · Liaise with accountants to prepare end of year accounts · Ensure compliance with external reporting requirements · Liaise with Companies House and HMRC · Weekly feedback to management · Analysis of project accounts and support to project teams · VAT Returns · R\&D Tax Credits · Payroll preparation and submission including PAYE, Pensions and Salary Sacrifice Schemes · Support Insurance renewal · Grant claim calculations and submission · Provide financial support for project bid submissions · Oversee Invoicing and Credit Control processes · Creating clear monthly reports and presenting to Employee Owners · Knowledge transfer and CPD 2.0 Profile 2.1 Essential experience and knowledge Fully Qualified Accountant (CA/ACCA/CIMA) or another recognised financial qualification may be considered. A minimum of 3-5 years management accounts experience post qualification. Knowledge and experience of Sage Accounting and Payroll or similar packages. Knowledge and experience of Deltek PIM or similar project information management packages. Knowledge and experience of Microsoft Office – strong excel skills. Sound understanding of a professional practice, delivering project-based commissions as part of long-term contracts. Competence in internal financial planning and reporting; and maintenance of a strong control environment. Reporting to the senior level of an organisation. Demonstrated ability to build, develop and maintain excellent working relationships. 2.2 Essential skills Well-developed analytical and numerical skills. High attention to detail and an analytical approach to your work with consistent results. Good time management skills and the ability to prioritise. Excellent communicator who can explain financial and accounting principles and issues clearly and coherently. Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team. Can guide and manage a team to complete tasks with varying deadlines. 2.3 Essential aptitude Energy and enthusiasm for your work. An investigative nature - enjoys problem-solving and finding solutions. Highly self-motivated and thrives when working to deadlines. Adaptable and resilient through change. Commitment to the principals of employee ownership. 3.0 Work / Life Balance Anderson Bell Christie promote a positive work / life balance. The Financial Manager will join the management structure as an employee owner. All employees have an equal ownership of the business (the John Lewis model). We reflect our values in our approach to balancing work and home life, employee owners: · Can choose the hours they work, around the core hours of 10am – 4pm · Work a reduced day on a Friday, the office closes at 5pm · Work in a hybrid format, all employee owners have the opportunity to work from home for a portion of the week · Start with 35 days leave, which will increase in line with our policy to 40 days 4.0 Remuneration Anderson Bell Christie are offering a salary range of £50k to £55k, based on relevant experience. Our company structure allows us to offer bonuses each year up to £3,600.00, to all employee owners. There is opportunity for personal development and career progression based on success in the role. If you meet the criteria above we would like to hear from you, please email your CV and relevant examples (10MB Limit), together with a covering letter to deborahmcinnes@andersonbellchristie.com. Please apply by 5pm on 09 February 2026. Anderson Bell + Christie is an equal opportunities employer. No agencies please. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £50,000.00-£55,000.00 per year Benefits: Additional leave Company pension Cycle to work scheme Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Flexitime Work Location: Hybrid remote in Glasgow G4 9HT