Finance Manager - Glasgow / Western central belt

W&A is proud to be partnering with The Boys’ Brigade to appoint a Finance Manager who will play an important role in supporting the organisation’s long-standing mission to empower children and young people to live “life to the full”.

About The Boys’ Brigade

For over 140 years, The Boys’ Brigade has been helping children and young people (aged 4–18) learn, grow and discover in a fun, safe, and caring environment. Operating through a network of local groups across the UK and beyond, their work transforms lives and strengthens communities - driven by the values of Faith, Inspiration, Care, and Trust.

The Opportunity

This is a leadership opportunity within a respected charity, reporting to the Chief Executive and supporting the Trustees and Finance Committee. The Finance Manager will have responsibility for managing the organisation’s financial function - a varied and hands-on role where you will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, including monthly reconciliation and producing regular management accounts.

You’ll also review and modernise processes, shape the five-year financial strategy, and provide clear, insightful reporting that enables sound decision-making.

This permanent, full-time role is based in Larbert with hybrid working (3 days onsite).

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee financial management, accounting, and reporting.
• Support the Chief Executive with annual budgets and five-year strategy planning.
• Produce management accounts, cashflow forecasts, and project funding reports.
• Prepare annual accounts and manage the independent audit process.
• Oversee payroll, pensions, and the finance function’s daily operations.
• Monitor restricted and designated funds, ensuring compliance with SORP.
• Liaise with auditors, banks, investment managers, and key suppliers.
• Provide financial governance support, servicing the Finance Committee.
• Oversight of the outsourced supplies function.

What You’ll Bring

• Accounting qualification or significant equivalent experience.
• Skilled in financial management, reporting, and analysis.
• Experience in charity finance and SORP compliance desirable.
• Experience preparing budgets, forecasts, and management reports.
• Excellent Excel and IT skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Confident communicator with diverse stakeholders.
• Commitment to The Boys’ Brigade’s vision and values.

Package & Benefits

• Up to £42,000.
• 25 days’ annual leave plus 3 Christmas closure days.
• Up to 3 additional volunteering leave days.
• Enhanced family leave, TOIL system, and sickness pay.
• Annual appraisal and bonus scheme.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Supportive and purpose-led working culture.

Why Join The Boys’ Brigade?

• Be part of an organisation making a lasting difference in young people’s lives.
• Manage a trusted finance function with scope to shape systems and strategy.
• Enjoy a flexible, values-driven, and collaborative environment.
• Join a team passionate about community, wellbeing, and purpose.

To learn more or apply, please contact Andrea Green at Andrea@wilkinsonandassociates.co.uk for a private and confidential discussion. Alternatively, submit your CV and we’ll be in touch.