I’m recruiting for a Finance Operations Leader to join the finance team at a leading public body. This is a key role, leading day-to-day financial operations and ensuring the delivery of accurate, efficient and compliant finance processes across the organisation.

You’ll manage a small team, oversee core transactional activities, and play an active role in improving financial systems, processes and controls, all while supporting a purpose-led organisation working to protect and enhance one of Scotland’s landscape.

Why work here?

• Opportunity to lead a small, collaborative finance team
• Involvement in system improvements and finance transformation projects
• Salary of up to £43,000 (pay rise pending)
• Hybrid model (Typically 1 day in the office)
• 30 days holiday + 7 bank holidays
• 10.1%–17.5% employer pension contribution
• Interesting, impactful work with exposure to public finance

Job

As Finance Operations Leader you will:

• Ensure the smooth running of all financial transactions and controls, while supporting month-end, year-end and system improvements
• Lead the day-to-day finance operations including AP, AR, cashflow and reconciliations
• Manage the supplier payment run and maintain strong financial control processes
• Line manage Finance Advisers, providing guidance, development and cover as needed
• Support payroll processing and complete quarterly VAT returns
• Oversee month-end and year-end close, ensuring accurate reconciliations and reports
• Support delivery of statutory accounts and external audit requirements
• Maintain and enhance finance policies, processes and internal controls
• Work with Finance Manager and Finance Business Partners on budgets, forecasts and reports
• Liaise with the finance system provider and support the implementation of a new system
• Provide advice and training to budget holders on finance processes and system use
• Champion continuous improvement and efficiency across all finance operations

You

As Finance Operations Leader, you’ll bring:

• Hands-on experience in financial processing (AP, AR, reconciliations, cashflow management)
• Proven line management experience within a finance team
• Strong understanding of financial systems and nominal ledger structures
• Intermediate Excel skills and confident problem-solving ability
• Excellent attention to detail, organisation and communication skills
• Part-qualified accountant or qualified by experience
• Collaborative and adaptable approach, with the ability to lead and motivate others
• Ideally experience with VAT, payroll and statutory accounts preparation
• Ideally public sector or not-for-profit finance experience
• Exposure to finance system implementation or automation projects

At Three Bridges Recruitment, two of our values are “striving for brilliance” and “relatability.” I want every applicant to have an excellent experience and ensure this role is the right fit.

If this opportunity interests you, please apply with your most up-to-date CV or get in touch for a confidential discussion.

Three Bridges Recruitment are recruiting exclusively for a Head of Finance to join our clients’ Senior Management Team. This is a critical role leading their Finance Department, with responsibility for shaping strategy, driving performance, and ensuring strong governance across the organisation.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and Qualified finance professional to take on a senior leadership role where your impact will be felt across the whole organisation, and the communities they serve.

Why work here?

• A leadership role within a values-driven organisation
• Be part of the Senior Management Team shaping strategy & performance
• 35 hours per week, with an early finish on a Friday
• Hybrid working model
• Salary of £59,000
• Opportunity to influence and deliver real change across services
• Build strong partnerships with a variety of bodies
• Play a pivotal role in making a difference to people, businesses & communities

Job

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

• Leading and managing the Finance Department, ensuring robust systems and compliance
• Providing expert financial advice to the Managing Director, Board of Trustees & senior colleagues
• Managing financial planning, annual accounts, treasury, pensions & risk management
• Carrying out the role of Company Secretary and governance lead
• Producing clear reporting for internal & external stakeholders, including funders
• Identifying efficiency, improvement and savings opportunities
• Leading change and continuous improvement across all financial functions
• Building effective partnerships internally and externally

You

As Head of Finance, you will be skilled and experienced in the following:

• Qualified Accountant - Essential
• Proven experience at senior/strategic finance level
• Strong technical expertise in financial planning, reporting, treasury & risk management
• Experience managing finance teams and driving service improvement
• Commercially aware, able to apply principles in a not-for-profit setting
• Resilient, decisive and adaptable with strong leadership skills
• Proven ability to manage complex funding arrangements
• Confident communicator, able to influence and advise at Board level
• Experience in the public, voluntary or charity sector is 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.