Regional Finance Manager
Job Title: Regional Finance Manager
Purpose of the Position
The Regional Finance Manager provides strategic oversight, financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance support to the Regional Financial Controller to ensure the effective operation of the region. In close collaboration with Finance Business Partners (FBPs) across business units, the role ensures financial operations are accurate, compliant, and aligned with the region’s strategic financial goals.
Responsibilities & Duties
Regional Leadership & Team Management
Support the development of regional Finance Business Partners, promoting a high-performance culture through mentorship and training.
Collaborate with the Regional Financial Controller to ensure alignment in financial strategies and reporting practices.
Strategic Business Partnering
Partner with Business Unit General Managers to provide financial insights that drive strategic decision-making.
Deliver cost-benefit analyses and analytical support for regional projects and initiatives.
Identify financial and operational risks within the region and communicate with the Regional FC for resolution.
General Accounting
Ensure timely and accurate transaction recording in line with group and statutory accounting standards.
Apply technical accounting knowledge to ensure proper financial treatment of transactions.
Justify and evidence financial decisions and control measures.
Project Accounting & Support
Support FBPs, Project Managers, and General Managers in understanding the financial status of their projects.
Train and coach stakeholders on project accounting systems for effective financial monitoring.
Act as a trusted advisor, translating complex financial data into actionable business insights.
Financial Planning & Analysis
Conduct regular analysis of KPIs such as invoice lag, debtors, variances, and productive hours.
Review and analyse overhead spend and budget variances with FBPs.
Forecast business performance against budget and provide monthly reporting to the RFC to inform decision-making.
Budgeting & Forecasting
Assist business units with the annual budgeting process.
Collaborate with the Regional FC to develop achievable and realistic financial plans.
Consolidate quarterly reforecasts and track performance against budgets.
Deliver variance analysis and recommend corrective actions as needed.
Cash Management
Monitor business unit cash flow and working capital to ensure liquidity.
Collaborate with FBPs to manage receivables and payables effectively.
Financial Systems & Process Improvement
Drive efficiency through improvements in financial processes and systems.
Support the implementation of best practices in financial reporting and analysis across the region.
Control, Risk & Compliance
Ensure compliance with tax laws, financial regulations, and accounting standards.
Maintain strong internal controls to mitigate risk and prevent fraud or errors.
Ensure all monthly and quarterly regional reports are completed on time.
Assist the Regional FC with group reporting and liaise with internal/external auditors to support audit processes.
Qualifications & Experience
Education & Certifications
Professional accounting qualification (CIMA / ACCA / ICAEW or equivalent)
Experience
Minimum of 5 years in a senior finance role
Proven experience within companies managing multiple projects
Skills & Competencies
Strong critical thinking and strategic planning skills
Commercial awareness with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and people management capabilities
Ability to convey complex financial concepts to non-financial audiences
Relationship-building skills founded on trust and collaboration
High attention to detail and a commitment to quality and accuracy in a fast-paced environment
Understanding of operational drivers and strategic business goals
Strong analytical skills for interpreting financial variances, identifying risks, and spotting opportunities
Good judgment in delivering appropriate messaging to stakeholders
Financial acumen in a project costing context
Experience in cash management and forecasting
Advanced IT proficiency, especially in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
SAP knowledge is desirable
Strong organisational skills and ability to deliver projects on time
Proactive, problem-solving mindset with a collaborative and influential approach
- Department
- Omexom Scotland
- Locations
- Scotland
Regional Finance Manager
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