Finance Manager Contract Jobs in Glasgow
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Scrum Master - Contract - Crosshill, Glasgow (G69), G69
Posted 1 day ago by KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions LTD
The CompanyOur client develops software for medical devices that directly impact patient outcomes.Their software and tes...
- Rate £75 per hour
- Category Inside
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Crosshill, Glasgow (G69), G69
Site Manager - UK
Posted 1 day ago by Morson Edge
Site Manager LanarkshireWe are currently looking for Site Manager for our client in Glenboig Lanarkshire to support the...
- Rate Negotiable
- Category Undetermined
- Work type Undetermined
- Location UK; London; Birmingham; Manchester; Glasgow; Liverpool; Leeds; Edinburgh; Bristol; Cardiff; Nottingham
Interim Deputy Head of User Experience - Glasgow (G74), G74
Posted 1 day ago by Sanderson Government and Defence
Key ResponsibilitiesLead Service Operations, Business Relationship Management, Business Development, Data Analytics and...
- Rate £750 per day
- Category Inside
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Glasgow (G74), G74
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Platform Engineer (Envoy/Kong/Go Developer) - Glasgow UK - Contract
Posted 1 day ago by Jobserve
Job Description: Required SkillsRequired SkillsBS/MS degree in Computer Science, related technical field, or equivalent...
- Rate Negotiable
- Category Undetermined
- Work type Onsite
- Location Glasgow, Scotland
Global Process Owner (Payroll)
Posted 6 days ago by Cooper Parry Finance Recruitment
The Global Payroll Process Owner role at Cooper Parry involves leading the global payroll strategy for a 12-month fixed-...
- Rate £75,000 per year
- Category Fixed-Term
- Work type Undetermined
- Location Scotland; Glasgow; Edinburgh; Aberdeen; Perth; Dundee; Paisley; Inverness; Falkirk; Fife; Stirling
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About Our Finance Manager Contract Roles in Glasgow
What does a finance manager contractor do?
Finance Manager contractors are engaged to manage and oversee core finance operations within an organisation, providing leadership of the day-to-day finance function including month-end close, management reporting, statutory compliance, team management, and the financial controls that ensure the accuracy and integrity of the accounts. The role bridges the operational accounting work of the finance team and the commercial and strategic dimensions of the broader finance function, with Finance Managers typically reporting to a Finance Director, CFO, or equivalent and managing a team of accountants and finance assistants. Contractors are brought in to cover a vacancy, support a finance team through a period of significant change, or provide interim management capacity during a restructuring.
The core competencies for Finance Manager contracting include combine technical accounting competence with team leadership and stakeholder management capability. A professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA is a common requirement across most Finance Manager contract roles, alongside substantial experience managing month-end close processes, preparing and reviewing management accounts, and overseeing a finance team in a pressured, deadline-driven environment. Strong knowledge of the relevant accounting systems and ERP platforms in use at the client is expected, with SAP, Oracle, Xero, and Sage appearing most frequently depending on the size and type of organisation. The ability to identify and implement improvements to finance processes, manage external auditors, and engage with non-finance stakeholders on financial matters is widely expected at this level.
What is the market like for finance manager contractors?
The Finance Manager contract market is a large, consistently active segment of the finance contracting market, driven by the universal need for operational finance management across organisations of all sectors and sizes. Demand is steady across the year with predictable peaks around year-end and audit periods. The market spans a range of seniority and rate levels, with Finance Manager roles in complex or large organisations commanding day rates that reflect the scope of financial responsibility involved. Qualified finance managers with experience on relevant ERP platforms, particularly SAP and Oracle, consistently find good availability of opportunities across the UK market.
What is the contracting market like in Glasgow?
Several major banks, insurers, and asset managers run large processing, technology, and operational hubs in Glasgow, providing a reliable base of IT, data, and change delivery work. The NHS in Scotland and Glasgow City Council are among the largest public sector employers of contract resource in the region, and the technology community has expanded notably, with cloud engineering, data analytics, and development roles increasingly available through both established firms and newer entrants. Contractors based in central Scotland often treat Glasgow and Edinburgh as a combined market, and the two cities together approach the depth of a major English hub. The cost base for contractors living in Glasgow is significantly lower than Edinburgh or any English city of comparable opportunity, which makes effective take-home pay competitive despite headline rates sitting lower.
How much do finance manager contractors usually earn in Glasgow?
Contract rates for finance manager roles in Glasgow typically range from £405 to £720 per day, depending on the scope of the role, required expertise, and the delivery expectations of the engagement.
How many finance manager vacancies in Glasgow are there on Quality Contracts?
Over the past twelve months, we have tracked over 400 finance manager contract roles across the site, with Glasgow showing regular activity. Data reviewed up to June 2026.