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Finance Manager Salary in Scotland

How much does a finance manager earn in Scotland?

Average base salary in Scotland

£36,190 per year

per year in Scotland · NJC or trust-set operations scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£28,200 per year£36,190 per year£48,880 per year

Finance Manager salaries vary by school size, trust structure and the level of finance, HR or operational responsibility. Finance Manager pay in Scotland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for finance managers near Scotland

Compare average finance manager pay in Scotland and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage finance manager salaryJobs
Sandbach£36,575 per yearView jobs
Sandown£36,575 per yearView jobs
Scarborough£36,575 per yearView jobs
Scunthorpe£36,575 per yearView jobs
Seaford£36,575 per yearView jobs
Scotland This location£36,190 per yearView jobs
Scottish Borders£36,190 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about finance manager pay in Scotland

How much does a finance manager earn in Scotland?

The average salary for a finance manager in Scotland is £36,190 per year, typically ranging from £28,200 per year to £48,880 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Scotland a well-paid area for finance managers?

Scotland tends to sit around 6% below the UK average for finance managers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire finance managers in Scotland?

Live finance manager openings in Scotland rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a finance manager in Scotland increase their salary?

Finance Managers in Scotland typically increase pay by moving up NJC or trust-set operations scale, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between finance manager pay in Scotland and nationally?

Nationally the average is £38,500 per year. In Scotland it's £36,190 per year — a discount of £2,310 per year versus the UK average.

Finance Manager jobs in Scotland

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