Group Finance Manager

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We are seeking a highly capable and experienced Group Finance Manager to join our team in Paisley. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for leading the financial reporting and strategic financial management of our Group. You will oversee the preparation of statutory accounts in accordance with FRS
102, coordinate audits with external auditors, and ensure compliance with tax obligations across the Group. Your expertise will help optimise cash flow, maintain a robust control environment, and support senior leadership in making informed business decisions. Collaborating with internal teams and external advisors, you will drive process improvements, ensure risk mitigation, and enforce high standards of financial governance. This position demands a proactive approach to financial management within a dynamic, sustainable manufacturing environment, supporting our commitment to innovation, quality, and environmental responsibility.

• Accountant qualification (ICAS, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with strong technical accounting background
• Proven experience in group consolidation, statutory accounts preparation, and audit coordination
• Demonstrated ability to design and enhance financial controls, processes, and reporting frameworks
• Experience developing KPI metrics and delivering insights to senior stakeholders
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to partner effectively with senior leadership and external advisors
• Commercial acumen and strategic thinking skills to support business growth and optimisation
• Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and leadership qualities

At Scottish Leather Group, we produce the world’s lowest‑carbon leather due to our passion for leading sustainable manufacturing practices, continuous innovation, and outstanding services.

At Scottish Leather Group, we make it personal. We recognise the uniqueness of everyone who works for us, contributes to our success and resilience. We believe in equality, diversity, and inclusion and welcome individuals from all backgrounds to consider a rewarding career with us. By joining us you will be embarking on an exciting career, where we will help you achieve your professional goals and encourage you to reach your full potential.

Scottish Leather Group desires to establish the highest industry standards for quality, innovation, value, service, and care for the environment whilst upholding our Company values: promises kept; creativity at heart and excellence as standard.

We are the largest leather manufacturer in the United Kingdom and employ over 700 employees globally! Our specialist leathers are produced for a wide range of industries, including automotive, aviation, bus & coach, rail, furniture, and custom projects. We partner with hundreds of prestigious brands in more than 60 countries. Our customers include the likes of Aston Martin, Jaguar Land Rover, Polestar, Lucid, Emirates Airlines, Boeing, and Philips.

• Company sick pay
• Enhanced annual leave entitlement (increases with length of service)
• Health and wellbeing programme
• Employee Assistance Programme including access to a private GP service and much more
• Life assurance
• Cycle to work scheme and Electric Vehicle schemes
• Employee coaching programme
• Additional training and development opportunities
• Free on‑site parking
• Access to a range of store discounts

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