Job Description
Three Bridges Recruitment is working with a mission-led public body based in Scotland, known for its work in protecting landscapes, supporting communities, & promoting sustainable development. They’re recruiting a Finance Manager to lead a high-impact finance function. With a flexible hybrid working model, this role offers genuine work-life balance, a proactive & supportive team culture, & a strong benefits package — including 30 days’ holiday, a generous pension, & flexible or part-time working options.
This is a brilliant opportunity for someone looking to apply their finance leadership skills in a role with meaning, variety, & influence.
Why Work Here?
This is a fantastic role with benefits on offer of:
- Flexible working hours with compressed & part-time options available
- Enrolment in a generous average salary pension scheme
- Starting holiday entitlement of 30 days
- Proactive work culture with walking meetings, volunteering days, & a supportive team environment
Job
The role of Finance Manager will give you the opportunity to be involved with the following:
- Leading & managing Finance & Procurement functions, overseeing a team of up to 7
- Delivering accurate financial reporting, budgeting, & forecasting
- Acting as the primary finance contact for the Scottish Government, external auditors, & Board members
- Managing the annual budget setting & review processes
- Preparation & delivery of statutory accounts
- Ensuring compliance with financial regulations
- Identifying improvements & driving efficiencies within the finance team
- Staying abreast of changes in public sector finance regulations
You
As Finance Manager you will be skilled &/or qualified in the following:
- Qualification from a recognised accounting body (ACCA/CIMA/CA or equivalent)
- Leadership experience within a finance setting
- Operational finance acumen with a focus on management accounts & controls
- Experience in the preparation of statutory accounts & auditor engagement
- Confidence in engaging with senior stakeholders
- Advanced budgeting, monitoring, & reporting abilities
- Process improvement & implementation track record
- Proficiency in Excel & financial reporting
- Excellent communication skills & the ability to distil complex information
- Resilience & adeptness at managing concurrent priorities
- A clear, analytical mind with a strong focus on delivery
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.