Finance Manager

Looking for more than just your next finance role? 
Join us and use your financial expertise to support work that has a genuine and lasting impact.

The Mental Welfare Commission for Scotland is looking for a motivated Finance Manager to lead our finance function and support the delivery of our mission to protect and promote the rights of some of Scotland's most vulnerable people. 

Offering a high level of autonomy and influence, this role provides the opportunity to shape and strengthen financial stewardship across the organisation.

About the Role

Salary:    Up to £60,907 FTE (based on 35 hours per week)
Hours:     Part-time or full-time, with a minimum commitment of 21 hours (3 days) per week
Location:    Edinburgh with hybrid working arrangements

The Finance Manager oversees the Commission’s financial management, payroll, and statutory compliance functions. Managing an annual budget of approximately £7 million, you will provide high-quality financial advice and act as the organisation’s expert on all financial matters.

Working closely with the Head of Culture & Corporate Services, you will lead on:

•    Financial reporting, analysis and advice to the CEO, executive leadership team and the Board
•    Annual budget setting and multi-year forecasting
•    Year-end accounts and external/internal audit
•    Payroll and the annual pay award process in line with Scottish Government Pay Policy
•    Financial controls, policies, procedures and risk management
•    Procurement 
•    Managing the shared services arrangement with Scottish Government

 
About You

We are looking for someone who brings:

•    A professional accountancy qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ICAS or equivalent)
•    Significant experience in public sector financial management
•    Experience managing payroll and related processes
•    Excellent analytical, communication and influencing skills
•    The ability to work independently across a wide remit 
•    People management experience.
•    A commitment to public sector values, integrity and continuous improvement

What we offer

•    Flexibility on contracted hours, subject to a minimum commitment of 21 hours/3 days per week.
•    Hybrid working, with modern office and facilities in the centre of Edinburgh
•    Generous annual leave and NHS pension
•    Supportive, inclusive organisational culture with opportunities for professional development
•    A meaningful role contributing to human rights and public service in Scotland
    
Visit our website to find more about the Commission and working with us: 
Work with us | Mental Welfare Commission for Scotland (mwcscot.org.uk)

How to apply

Email mwc.recruitment@nhs.scot by midday on Friday 16 October 2026 with:

• Your CV
• Personal statement (maximum 2 sides of A4) demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria in the person specification
• Equal opportunities monitoring form available at Finance Manager | Mental Welfare Commission for Scotland