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Payroll Business Partner

Edinburgh HQ - Working Remotely

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

39896

Published date:

02/03/2026

Summary

Three Bridges Recruitment are partnering with a renowned charity to recruit a Payroll Business Partner in Edinburgh. This is a fantastic opportunity to manage the payroll & lead a small team in a meaningful organisation. This employer offers excellent flexibility & work-life balance.

Why Work Here?

37 days of annual leave (including bank holidays)
A generous pension plan
Hybrid & super flexible working options (typically 2 days in-office)
Inclusive and supportive team culture
Organisation with a meaningful mission
Accessible Edinburgh office with excellent transport links
Plenty of room to grow, with exposure to all areas of a complex organisation
Lots of variety in your day-to-day tasks
Stability and progression within a well-established charity

Job

The role of Payroll Business Partner will give you the opportunity to be involved with the following:

Managing and supporting two Payroll Officers
Ensuring accurate, timely payroll processing and reporting
Offering guidance on statutory payroll queries (PAYE, NI, pensions)
Leading and improving payroll systems
Reviewing and updating payroll policies and procedures
Supporting wider finance transformation projects
Working closely with finance leadership to ensure operational continuity

You

As a Payroll Business Partner you will be skilled &/or qualified in the following:

Proven experience in payroll management
Ideally experience using ITrent (or ability to quickly learn new systems)
Knowledge of PAYE, NI, Auto Enrolment, and statutory reporting
Ability to lead, develop and support a small team
Comfortable in fast-paced and values-led environments
Third sector experience desirable but not essential

At Three Bridges Recruitment, two of our values are "striving for brilliance" and "relatability". We want every applicant to receive an excellent experience and ensure that this role is right for you. Should this role be of interest please apply with your most up to date CV or contact us for a confidential discussion.

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Accounts Assistant (Income)

Edinburgh, UK

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

39663

Published date:

20/02/2026

Summary

Three Bridges Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of a values-led Scottish charity for an Accounts Assistant (Income) to join their central Finance team in Edinburgh. This is a permanent, full-time role supporting the accurate recording, reconciliation & monitoring of income across the organisation.

Why work here?

Salary of up to £28,335
A supportive, friendly finance team with a collaborative culture
Flexible working hours
Hybrid working, typically 2 days from home / 3 in the office
Free on-site parking
Excellent benefits - Pension, Life Assurance, Blue Light Card, Perkbox, Employee Assistance Programme, Health Cash Plan
A values-led organisation where your work supports services across Scotland

What you’ll do

You’ll play a key role in keeping income records accurate & well-controlled. Your work will include:

Maintaining accurate income records through checks, reconciliations & resolving discrepancies
Monitoring income bank accounts & completing regular & monthly bank reconciliations
Supporting services to improve income recording through clear guidance & practical support
Working with operational teams & finance colleagues to resolve issues & strengthen processes
Working with operational teams to ensure income records reflect occupancy & service activity
Liaising with credit control & wider Finance colleagues to resolve income queries
Supporting annual billing updates & ensuring changes are applied accurately across systems
Assisting with year-end income processes & preparing audit information
Contributing to improvements in income processes & ways of working
Using Excel confidently day-to-day

About you

You’ll likely bring:

Experience working with financial data, reconciliations &/or income processes
A track record of high accuracy & strong attention to detail
Confidence communicating with non-finance colleagues
Intermediate Excel skills (e.g formula, & able to learn advanced features such as pivot tables)
The ability to manage deadlines, stay organised, & follow queries through to resolution
A practical, team approach happy working independently, but supportive & reliable with team
A notice period of 1 month is strongly preferred

At Three Bridges Recruitment, two of our values are “striving for brilliance” & “relatability”. We want every applicant to receive an excellent experience & ensure that this role is right for you. Should this role be of interest please apply with your most up to date CV or contact us for a confidential discussion.

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Management Accountant

Dundee, UK

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

39597

Published date:

20/02/2026

Summary

Management Accountant

Full time – Dundee

Salary - £34,696 - £39,219

Reporting to – Head of Finance

Team – Finance Resources and Planning

Who are we?

We are Scotland’s design museum. Designed for everyone, firing imaginations and sparking curiosity in design across Scotland and around the world. At V&A Dundee we are on a mission to inspire and empower through design.

Design shapes our world, it's part of everyday life and it's everywhere. We are a museum with energy and have a vision of the future where everyone is inspired through design and recognizes its far-reaching impact in our lives.

We are a welcoming place for people of Dundee to explore design and to use as an everyday part of their city, as well as inviting visitors from around the world. We are part of the V&A family of museums that celebrate creativity in all its forms from across centuries, for everyone.

Role Profile

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Management Accountant to join our small team at V&A Dundee - Scotland’s design museum. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting the financial management of a mission-driven charitable organisation. Working alongside passionate colleagues you will join us in our mission to inspire and empower through design, contributing to informed decision-making and the long-term sustainability of our exhibitions and public programmes

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The Management Accountant plays a key role in ensuring the financial sustainability and effective stewardship of the charity’s resources. Working closely with budget holders, senior leadership, and programme teams, the postholder will provide timely, accurate management information to support decision-making across exhibition, fundraising, and learning activities. The role reports to the Head of Finance, with supervision duties over the finance assistants’ team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the Head of Finance in budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and reporting, with a particular focus on grant-funded projects, restricted income, and compliance with funder requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Management Reporting

Produce accurate and timely monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and commentary.
Prepare financial reports for senior management, trustees, and committees as required.
Support year-end processes and liaise with auditors, working closely with the rest of the finance team on gathering and providing information.

Financial Controls and Improvement

Maintain robust financial controls and processes in line with charity governance and best practice.
Identify and implement improvements to financial systems, reporting, and procedures.
Support compliance with charity law, funder requirements, and internal policies.
Supervise and review transactional processing, reconciliations and month close.
Assist HOF in tax compliance (VAT, Gift Aid, etc).
Assist in payment runs and cashflow management.

Project and Grant Accounting

Monitor income and expenditure against budgets for grants, commissions, and funded projects.
Ensure accurate tracking of restricted and designated funds.
Prepare financial reports for funders in line with grant conditions and reporting deadlines.

Business Partnering

Act as a finance partner to non-finance colleagues, providing clear and accessible financial advice.
Support budget holders in understanding financial performance and managing resources effectively.
Contribute to financial planning for new initiatives and funding applications.
Any other finance and administrative duties as requested.

Personal Specification:

Essential

Part-qualified or newly qualified accountant (e.g. CIMA, ACCA, ACA, ICAS) or equivalent relevant experience.
Proven experience in a management accounting or similar finance role, specifically in charity sector.
Experience in VAT and Gift Aid processing and compliance.
Strong budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis skills.
Experience of producing clear management reports for non-finance audiences.
High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Excellent prioritisation and time management skills coupled with the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Suite.
A genuine interest – and desire to work in – a cultural organisation
Positive, team-oriented attitude.
Active team player with a real understanding of impact on own work on the performance of the organisation.

Desirable

Experience working in the charity, cultural, arts, or not-for-profit sector.
Experience of business partnering with creative or programme teams.
High IT literacy, knowledge of PowerBI, use of automation tools to gather and present financial and non-financial information.

Deadline for applications: no later than 23.59, 04 February 2026.

This is a full-time position, working 37.5 hours per week working in a hybrid flexible environment with a mixture of home working and working from our museum in Dundee. We offer a generous package including 38 days holiday, pension scheme, company sick pay, entry to V&A Dundee paid exhibitions and many more discounts and benefits.

You will be asked to confirm that you have the right to work in the UK. If you do not have the right to work in the UK, you will not be able to progress your application further.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from everyone and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability or any other protected characteristics.

V&A Dundee is aware that working more flexibly is a central element of attracting and retaining disabled people in the labour market. We encourage you to apply if you define yourself as disabled under the Equality Act 2010 (including deaf or neurodivergent).

If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, such as receiving the interview questions in advance or documents in an alternative format, please let us know via the email below.

If you have any issues with your application, please email: hr@vandadundee.org

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Financial Controller – Not for Profit - Edinburgh

Edinburgh, UK

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

39365

Published date:

19/01/2026

Summary

Job Description

August 2023

Role: Financial Controller	Region / Department: Corporate Services - Finance
Reports to: Finance Director	Pay Grade: TBC
Location: Hermiston Quay/Home Working	Type of Contract: (e.g. Permanent / Fixed Term, Full time / Part-time) Full Time, Permanent

JOB PURPOSE

This role will be responsible for the leadership and management of the Financial Control Team and related functions within the Trust. This includes the following key areas:

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Taxation Accounting & Advisory Services,
Banking & Cashflow Management,
Income Accounting & Management (inc. Credit Control/Sales Ledger),
Fixed Assets
General Accounting and Balance Sheet Management, and
Accounts Payable/Purchase Ledger.

The delivery of these will have to be planned and managed around a variety of deadlines which can be anything from daily/weekly to annual. An area of priority will be to lead the delivery activities required for the preparation of the month-end results and completion of the Trust’s annual report and accounts, and the external audit for the Trust. The role also involves ensuring that the Trust’s systems of financial and internal control are operating effectively; leading the development and implementation of processes / controls; and skills and capabilities for these activities within the Finance Team.

Reporting to the Finance Director, the postholder is required to support them in delivering programmes of work that meet the Finance Team’s objectives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

As a senior manager in the Finance Team:

Lead and manage the Accounting Team, ensuring that they are supported, developed and performance managed in accordance with the HR policies of the Trust to ensure that the functions of the team are delivered efficiently and effectively, and members of the team are supported to continually improve and develop.
Develop and maintain appropriate policies, processes and procedures to ensure the Trust’s financial operations are compliant with all relevant legislation and regulations in particular in relation to VAT, banking and accounting. Will require liaison with and management of external advisers to support compliance and submission activities. Focus will be on making these compliant, effective and efficient.
Identification and management of risks through the Trust’s Risk Management Framework ensuring that appropriate governance, policies, procedures and financial controls are in place and carried out to effectively manage and mitigate risk. Working with other Finance Managers to implement internal and external audit improvement recommendations on a timely basis.
Working with and influencing the other Finance Managers and Senior Managers in other teams to ensure that the necessary processes and controls are developed and implemented. Active member of the Finance management team and will be involved in supporting cross-Trust initiatives and representing the Finance team in these.
Support the Finance Director in the leadership of the development and implementation of a sustainable structure and culture for the team which embodies the Trust’s values and focuses the team on customer service, performance and stewardship.

In relation to the key areas of responsibility for specific role:

Banking and Cashflow Management

Ensure there are robust and controlled processes for cash management through the ledgers team.
Maximise opportunities to increase automation and efficiency and limit the need for manual processing and reconciliations.

Income Management

Lead the delivery of an effective and efficient accounting, monitoring and reporting function for external grants and secure processes with the wider Trust to ensure that all grant claims are prepared, submitted and monitored in line with the grant conditions and timeframes.
Ensure timely and accurate collection of direct debits for memberships, donations and rents. This will involve working closely with Audiences and Support and Commercial Consultancy & Estates teams and also engagement with the IT Team.
Ensure that all income and associated VAT and balance sheet accounts accurately reflect the financial position for the Trust, embedding the necessary control framework to ensure this and that there is active credit control management of outstanding money due.

Purchase Ledger

Maintaining timely supplier payments within agreed terms.
Ensuring an effective, efficient and appropriately managed purchase to pay (P2P) process which delivers accurate accruals reporting.
Lead improvements to streamline work in this area, including payments and supplier reconciliation processes.
Maximise opportunities to increase automation and efficiency and limit the need for manual processing.
Play a lead role in the scoping and development of the Invoice Capture capabilities within Dynamics.

Fixed Assets

Ensure that the fixed asset register for the Trust (circa £28 m of NBV) is accurate and up to date reflecting additions and disposals in a timely manner and ensuring periodic review of expenditure for capitalization in accordance with accounting requirements for Charities.
Ensure projections of future depreciation are available to inform quarterly forecast and budgeting processes.
Work with other Senior managers to develop the functionality of the Dynamics PO processes with a view to the early and seamless capture of Fixed Asset purchases.

Taxation

Ensure timely and accurate submission of all tax and National Statistics returns and voluntary disclosures, and compliance with the Making Tax Digital agenda.
Develop and maintain appropriate tax guidance to support the Team and colleagues across the Trust and advise (or secure advice) on complex situations to ensure compliance with taxation requirements.
Key point of contact for HMRC in relation to VAT (particularly concerning VAT applicable to Charities, business/non-business, partial exemption and complex VAT issues around specific projects), Income Tax and Gift Aid.

Trial Balance Management

Responsible for the ongoing integrity of the trial balance, especially the balance sheet, and the management of the chart of accounts and financial dimensions. Ensuring that the Trust’s balance sheet (circa Net Assets of £220 m - £240m) is accurately reported and substantiated.
Ensuring that there are robust controls around the trial balance including journal and reconciliation monitoring and assurance processes, including prompt resolution of identified differences.
Ensuring general and sub-ledgers are maintained in line with the current accounting regulations and guidance.
Undertaking reviews of provisions, accruals and prepayments to ensure that these remain valid and establishing and continually improving the processes around these to ensure that these are efficient from an end-to-end process perspective.

Monthly & Annual Reporting

Lead the delivery of the timely and accurate production of the monthly and annual accounts and report for the Trust and associated subsidiaries ensuring compliance with all relevant accounting regulations.
Manage the delivery of the internal and external audit requirements.

Systems Development

Work with IT colleagues, Project teams and the Finance Manager – Projects on development and implementation of financial systems including integration of new EPOS system and the review of ongoing suitability/remediation of Microsoft Dynamics 365.
Lead update of finance policies and procedures manual.

The current duties of this job do require a criminal records (Disclosure Scotland) check to be carried out.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE

Qualifications

Fully qualified with a relevant professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CA or CIMA).
Degree Level qualified or demonstrably significant and high quality directly relevant experience.
Substantive post qualifying Experience

Experience

Essential:

Significant and varied post qualifying financial management experience, including audit, financial and transactional accounting, balance sheet integrity and VAT. Demonstrable experience in developing and implementing a wide reaching internal control framework for a large complex organisation.
Demonstrable experience in leading the production of annual report and accounts for complex organisations and managing the external audit process associated with this.
Proven experience in a senior financial leadership role, leading a team of finance staff (qualified and non-qualified) and advising and influencing at a senior level to secure necessary organisational engagement and change required to implement financial best practice processes.
Working on integrated, complex financial systems with a focus on internal control frameworks and accounting resilience and compliance and experience of post implementation recovery and embedding activity.
Experience of identifying, developing and implementing policy, procedure and process change and training colleagues (both finance and non-finance) in these.

Desirable:

MS Dynamics 365 Experience.
Charities/Third Sector Experience.

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

Excellent people management skills, including managing people through change.
Strong communication skills and confidence in dealing with a wide range of specialist and non-specialist staff at all levels, including excellent narrative report writing skills and able to present complex financial information in an understandable way.
Well-developed analytical and numerical skills with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work under pressure, juggling conflicting priorities, managing change and delivering to tight deadlines without compromising accuracy or work or provision of customer service.
Working knowledge of and application of Accounting Principles and standards, taxation (especially VAT) and other areas relevant to the role. Able to proactively scan the horizon for changes in legislation (e.g. charities, pensions, tax), accounting standards, IFRS, processes and techniques, with the ability to interpret and identify what is required to change and implement these changes.
Must be self-motivated with a proactive approach to work, ability to take initiative & identify opportunities, to accept challenges and responsibility, and initiate and implement change.
Excellent Computer Literacy skills; an advanced user of spreadsheets; and ability to assimilate and adapt quickly to new packages and other information, technologies and systems. Must have the ability to look at systems from a strategic perspective and identify future opportunities for process improvement or automation.

DIMENSIONS AND SCOPE OF JOB

People Management

Direct line management of Finance Manager and Cash & Ledgers Manager, plus supporting finance staff.
Organisation Structure is as follows:

Responsible for the continuing professional development of the resources within their responsibility.
It is imperative that the post-holder is confident in dealing with colleagues at all levels within the organisation.

Financial Scope

Not a budget holder.
Will deputise for the Finance Director, being an authorizer for banking transactions and the custodian of bank mandates.
The post holder will need to make sound, justifiable decisions with regard to financial issues and organisation wide process change. These will generally be required only after consultation with senior staff.

The Key Responsibilities, Scope of Job, and Required Qualifications, Skills, Experience & Knowledge reflect the requirements of the job at the time of issue. The Trust reserves the right to amend these with appropriate consultation and/or request the post-holder to undertake any activities that it believes to be reasonable within the broad scope of the job or his/her general abilities.

Applications

Interested applicants should forward their Curriculum Vitae (CV) or an Application Form to the People Services Department (Applications) by email via workforus@nts.org.uk, by Sunday 20th August 2023

Please ensure your CV includes your full name and contact details, the CV file sent to us should be titled your first initial and surname. When submitting your CV please state the position and job location of the vacancy you are applying for in the subject title or body of your email: For example "Gardener - Culzean"

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Payroll Business Partner

Edinburgh HQ - Working Remotely

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

39266

Published date:

14/01/2026

Summary

Three Bridges Recruitment are partnering with a renowned charity to recruit a Payroll Business Partner in Edinburgh. This is a fantastic opportunity to manage the payroll & lead a small team in a meaningful organisation. This employer offers excellent flexibility & work-life balance.

Why Work Here?

37 days of annual leave (including bank holidays)
A generous pension plan
Hybrid & super flexible working options (typically 2 days in-office)
Inclusive and supportive team culture
Organisation with a meaningful mission
Accessible Edinburgh office with excellent transport links
Plenty of room to grow, with exposure to all areas of a complex organisation
Lots of variety in your day-to-day tasks
Stability and progression within a well-established charity

Job

The role of Payroll Business Partner will give you the opportunity to be involved with the following:

Managing and supporting two Payroll Officers
Ensuring accurate, timely payroll processing and reporting
Offering guidance on statutory payroll queries (PAYE, NI, pensions)
Leading and improving payroll systems
Reviewing and updating payroll policies and procedures
Supporting wider finance transformation projects
Working closely with finance leadership to ensure operational continuity

You

As a Payroll Business Partner you will be skilled &/or qualified in the following:

Proven experience in payroll management
Ideally experience using ITrent (or ability to quickly learn new systems)
Knowledge of PAYE, NI, Auto Enrolment, and statutory reporting
Ability to lead, develop and support a small team
Comfortable in fast-paced and values-led environments
Third sector experience desirable but not essential

At Three Bridges Recruitment, two of our values are "striving for brilliance" and "relatability". We want every applicant to receive an excellent experience and ensure that this role is right for you. Should this role be of interest please apply with your most up to date CV or contact us for a confidential discussion.

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Payroller

Edinburgh, UK

Temp-To-Perm

Full-time

Job ID:

39067

Published date:

22/12/2025

Summary

Three Bridges Recruitment is working with a well-established national charity recruiting for an experienced and dependable Payroller to take ownership of its end-to-end payroll function.

This role is an initial 3-month contract, with genuine potential to become permanent . The salary range is £30,000–£33,000.

The Role

This is a hands-on Payroller position sitting at the intersection of Finance and HR. You’ll be responsible for ensuring employees are paid accurately, on time and in line with statutory requirements, while acting as a trusted point of contact for payroll-related queries across the organisation.

The role suits someone comfortable owning payroll processes end to end, spotting issues early and communicating clearly and calmly with stakeholders. Payroll is treated as critical, trusted work rather than a fire-fighting function, and accuracy and professionalism are highly valued.

Key Responsibilities

Managing the end-to-end payroll process
Working closely with HR to ensure payroll data is accurate and up to date
Carrying out payroll checks and reconciliations prior to submission
Preparing and submitting RTI returns
Ensuring correct processing of pensions, student loans and statutory deductions
Maintaining compliance with payroll legislation and statutory requirements
Responding to payroll queries in a clear, professional and timely manner
Proactively identifying and resolving payroll issues
Supporting additional payroll and related finance tasks as required

You Will Bring

Proven experience in a payroll role with end-to-end responsibility
A strong understanding of payroll processes and statutory requirements
Confidence handling pensions, RTI submissions and statutory deductions
Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to work
Clear, professional communication skills
The ability to manage deadlines and remain calm under pressure
A proactive mindset with strong problem-solving skills

Desirable

Experience working closely with HR teams
Exposure to payroll within the third sector or public sector
Knowledge of payroll systems and strong Excel skills

Why Apply?

This is a values-led organisation with a supportive, structured culture where people are trusted to do their jobs properly. Payroll plays a key role in supporting colleagues across the organisation, and your work will have a direct impact on staff confidence and operational stability.

The initial contract offers flexibility and pace, with real potential for a longer-term role.

Next Steps

If you’re an experienced Payroller looking for a role where accuracy, professionalism and purpose matter, we’d welcome a confidential conversation.

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Accounts Administrator

Edinburgh, UK

Temp-To-Perm

Full-time

Job ID:

39034

Published date:

12/12/2025

Summary

Three Bridges Recruitment is working with a leading not-for-profit organisation in Edinburgh who are looking for an Accounts Assistant to support day-to-day donation processing and frontline customer service. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with basic finance experience who is looking to grow their skills within a supportive, values-led environment.

Why work here?

This organisation has a strong social mission and a deep community presence. People join because they want to contribute to meaningful work and stay because the environment is warm, steady and collaborative. You’ll benefit from:

Salary of £26,500
36 days’ annual leave (pro-rata during the temporary period)
Hybrid working after probation
Flexible start and finish times
A supportive and friendly team
Regular social events and a culture grounded in care and purpose

This is a fantastic role for someone early in their finance career who wants to develop their skills while contributing to work with genuine impact.

Job

As Accounts Assistant, you’ll sit within a finance team of five and work closely with colleagues across the organisation. Your responsibilities will include:

Processing donations and payments with accuracy and care
Managing weekly payment runs for approval
Reviewing purchase ledger statements and carrying out reconciliations
Resolving queries in a warm, empathetic and professional manner
Creating and updating database records
Supporting administrative tasks including preparing letters and stakeholder communication
Handling financial transaction processing
Assisting the wider team with finance queries
Filing, scanning and general administration

You will begin primarily office-based in Edinburgh, receiving close support as you settle in, with the option to transition to hybrid working after probation.

This is a 3-month temporary role with genuine potential to become permanent.

You

As an Accounts Assistant, you will bring:

Strong communication skills and a high degree of empathy
A genuine desire to develop within a finance role
Basic finance experience and/or administration or customer service experience
A positive, can-do approach
Calmness under pressure and strong attention to detail
Good organisational skills and time management
Confident use of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

You’ll thrive here if you enjoy being part of a caring, values-driven team and take pride in delivering accurate, reliable work.

About the Organisation

This is a respected not-for-profit organisation with a long track record of supporting communities across Scotland. The culture is grounded, human and purpose-led. People work with care and commitment, and the finance team reflects those same values: detail-focused, reliable and service-oriented. Your work will support the organisation’s ability to deliver its mission and maintain the services relied upon by individuals and families across the country.

Interested?

At Three Bridges Recruitment, two of our values are “striving for brilliance” and “relatability”. We want every applicant to receive an excellent experience and to feel confident that this role is right for them. If this opportunity sounds like a good fit, please apply with your most up-to-date CV or contact us for a confidential discussion.

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Finance Assistant

Edinburgh, UK

Temporary

Full-time

Job ID:

38968

Published date:

10/12/2025

Summary

Three Bridges Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of a not-for-profit organisation for a short-term Finance Assistant role where you can make an immediate impact. You’ll step in to support the finance team during sickness cover, helping reduce a backlog of factoring and Sales Ledger activity and keeping daily processing on track.

If you’re organised, confident with systems and enjoy work that blends accuracy with customer contact, this will suit you well.

Why work here?

This is a values-led organisation offering real flexibility and a supportive team environment.

You’ll benefit from:

Hybrid working
A socially conscious organisation with strong staff welfare
Development opportunities and a team that’s keen to help you succeed

Job

You’ll take ownership of key finance tasks, including:

Clearing a backlog of factoring and Sales Ledger work
Processing income postings and maintaining direct debits
Preparing invoices through the Management System and Xledger
Reconciling factoring control accounts and cash books
Supporting debtor reviews and customer queries
Liaising with solicitors and internal teams where needed
Ensuring all work meets agreed service levels

You

You’ll be a good fit if you:

Bring strong sales ledger experience
Are confident working with multiple systems
Have finance experience not for profit exposure helpful but not essential
Communicate clearly with customers and colleagues
Stay organised, accurate and calm under pressure
Are adaptable and happy to help where needed
Have a relevant qualification (HNC, AAT or similar) but not essential

A Basic Disclosure check is required

At Three Bridges Recruitment, two of our values are striving for brilliance and relatability. We want every applicant to have a positive experience and to feel confident this opportunity is right for them. If this role sounds like a good fit, please apply with your most up-to-date CV or get in touch for a confidential discussion.

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Transactional Finance Manager

Edinburgh, UK

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

37778

Published date:

07/10/2025

Summary

Three Bridges Recruitment are delighted to be recruiting exclusively for a renowned Scottish charity in central Edinburgh. This organisation is looking for a Transactional Finance Manager to join their team on a permanent basis. You’ll be part of a collaborative team that all play a part in a very important & rewarding service to communities throughout Scotland.

This role would suit a finance professional with excellent transactional & payroll knowledge & direct supervisory or management experience.

Why Work Here?

This is a fantastic role with benefits on offer of:

Salary £38,000 - £41,600
Opportunity to work with a fantastic charity with fulfilling & rewarding work
Excellent work life balance
Supportive & innovative working environment
Commitment to employee development & continuous learning
Hybrid working
Excellent team ethos

Job

The role of Transactional Finance Manager will give you the opportunity to be involved with the following:

Leading & managing the finance team in high-volume transactional processing
Overseeing the end-to-end payroll function, working closely with HR to ensure accuracy & compliance
Carrying out payroll checks, preparing RTI submissions & ensuring correct provisions for pensions, student loans & other statutory deductions
Pre-empting issues, resolving payroll queries & maintaining clear communication with relevant teams
Day-to-day management of financial transactions & reporting
Ensuring high standards of service & adherence to deadlines
Maintaining & developing finance systems in collaboration with IT
Working closely with Head of Finance to support the organisation's financial service

You

As Transactional Finance Manager you will be skilled &/or qualified in the following:

Extensive experience in a transactional finance role
Strong understanding of payroll processes and statutory requirements
Exemplary leadership & team management abilities – capable of mentoring a team
Proficiency in finance software & excellent with spreadsheets
Experience with charity accounting & knowledge of SORP would be ideal, NOT essential
Excellent communication skills & ability to handle complex financial information
Change management & continuous improvement mindset

At Three Bridges Recruitment, two of our values are “striving for brilliance” & “relatability”. We want every applicant to receive an excellent experience & ensure that this role is right for you. Should this role be of interest please apply with your most up to date CV or contact us for a confidential discussion.

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Senior Finance Business Partner

Stirlingshire - Primarily Remote

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

37679

Published date:

06/10/2025

Summary

Three Bridges Recruitment are recruiting for a Senior Finance Business Partner to join a leading Scottish charity. This is a key role within the Finance team, supporting a values-driven organisation dedicated to empowering people across Scotland to live meaningful and fulfilling lives.

Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, you will play a pivotal role in providing strategic and operational financial insight, partnering closely with leaders and managers to drive performance, influence decision-making and support the delivery of exceptional services.

Why work here?

Salary of £46,000
Be involved with transformation, through finance modernisation and process improvement
Enjoy flexibility and work-life balance – hybrid and primarily remote working options available
Benefit from structured career growth, mentorship and professional development
Excellent benefits including over 32 days annual leave, up to 9% employer pension contribution, enhanced sick pay and life assurance
35 hours per week
Be part of an organisation that truly makes a difference to people and communities
Salary of £46,000

Job

As Senior Finance Business Partner, you will

Work collaboratively with finance and non-financial colleagues
Provide financial insight, lead on analysis, and contribute to commercial decision-making across the organisation
Prepare consolidate and present budgets, forecasts and longer-term financial plan
Work with budget holders to understand departmental activities and cost drivers
Provide analysis and financial appraisals to aid strategic and operational decisions
Lead the annual budget-setting process and monitoring of restricted funds
Produce management accounts and insightful financial reporting
Develop robust costing and financial models to support business planning

You

As Senior Finance Business Partner, you will:

Bring strong financial and leadership skills, along with a collaborative, customer-focused approach
Be a fully qualified Accountant (or qualified by experience)
Be an experienced finance professional with proven business partnering experience
Be commercially minded with strong analytical skills
Be experienced in producing financial appraisals and strategic insights
Be confident in influencing, challenging and supporting senior stakeholders
Be proactive in identifying process improvements
Be an excellent communicator, able to translate complex data into clear messages
Be highly motivated, adaptable and collaborative in your approach

At Three Bridges Recruitment, two of our values are “striving for brilliance” and “relatability”. We want every applicant to receive an excellent experience and ensure that this role is right for you. Should this role be of interest please apply with your most up to date CV or contact us for a confidential discussion.

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