Job Description

Gleaner provides a wide range of fuels and lubricants for domestic, agricultural, commercial, marine and offshore customers from our network of depots throughout Scotland. These products include Heating Oils, Road Fuels and LP Gas. We are seeking to strengthen our finance department via the recruitment of a Finance Manager.

As Finance Manager, you'll take on a key leadership role within the Finance function, owning statutory accounts, internal controls, and monthly reporting. The role offers the scope and complexity associated with Finance Manager level responsibilities and is ideal for a finance professional looking to step into broader leadership. Working closely with the Finance Director, you'll bring structure, assurance, and operational excellence to the finance department.

What you'll be doing

You'll lead a team of 5-6 and be responsible for the delivery of high-quality financial control, assurance and reporting. You'll focus on month-end, statutory accounts, balance sheet integrity, and driving improvements in financial policies and forecasting.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading the month-end close and delivering timely, accurate management accounts with variance analysis Managing key balance sheet reconciliations, including aged debt and capital expenditure Developing cash flow and balance sheet forecasting methodologies Leading the design and implementation of improved financial policies and a Finance team handbook Supporting external audit readiness, acting as the key contact for external auditors Managing and developing a small team, and supporting the Company with accurate and timely financial data Contributing to wider finance transformation and cross-departmental planning initiatives Driving a culture of business partnering

About you

You'll bring the expertise and judgement to lead financial control, reporting, assurance and team leadership in a dynamic environment. You may be a qualified accountant (CA, ACCA or CIMA), or bring equivalent experience gained through senior finance roles.

You will bring:

The ability to lead and support team through change, with clear expectations and coaching Experience in financial control, statutory reporting, and implementation of structured month-end processes A focus on accuracy, assurance, and continuous improvement across the finance team Confidence communicating financial information to both finance and non-finance audiences A hands-on, solutions-focused approach with sound judgement and attention to detail A willingness to lead by example, and demonstrate key behaviours on a daily basis
closing date 25th July 2025 please apply through indeed or send cv to HR@gleaner.co.uk

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person