Senior Finance Assistant

About Us

West of Scotland Housing Association (WSHA) is committed to putting customers at the heart of everything we do. Our values are Respect, Inclusive, Integrity, Improvement, and Support which shape our decisions and services. With 84% of staff saying WSHA is a great place to work, we pride ourselves on creating a friendly, inclusive environment supported by a flexible hybrid working model and a strong focus on staff wellbeing.

The Role

Following a restructure of our Finance Department, we are seeking a Senior Finance Assistant to play a key role in leading and developing our Finance Assistants. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will ensure the smooth running of day-to-day finance operations, maintain accurate ledgers, oversee reconciliations, and support complex analysis and reporting tasks. You will also champion continuous improvement across systems and processes.

What You’ll Do

Lead and develop Finance Assistants, inspiring and motivating the team.
Ensure financial ledgers, reconciliations, and banking administration are accurate and up to date.
Support the Finance Manager with management accounts, variance analysis, and statutory reporting.
Act as a Super User for key financial systems (e.g., Civica Financials, Sage, Asset Pro).
Oversee payroll processes, including PAYE, NIC, and P11D returns.
Promote a culture of continuous improvement and high-quality customer service.

What We’re Looking For

Strong leadership and team management skills.
Experience delivering financial management services and managing workloads to meet deadlines.
Proficiency in ICT, especially Excel, and knowledge of financial/accounting systems.
Ability to review and improve financial controls.
Flexible, positive attitude with a focus on continuous improvement.
Experience in the RSL or housing sector is desirable but not essential.

Why Join Us?

Generous holiday allowance: 40 days
Hybrid working: Mix of home and office
Wellbeing focus: Gold accreditation for Investors in People
Employee Support Service: Free and comprehensive

We are an equal opportunities employer and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, age, or religion or belief. We are particularly interested to hear from applicants with a disability, or from a black or minority ethnic background.

Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria will, where possible be granted an interview under the Disability Confident scheme.

How to Apply

For further details and to download an application pack, please visit our website, email vacancies@westscot.co.uk, or call 0141 550 5600.

For an informal chat about the role, please contact Julie Gilmour, Finance Manager on 0798 519 4460.

Closing Date: Completed applications must be returned by 12 noon on Thursday 29th January 2026.

Provisional Interview Date: Thursday 12th February 2026.