Executive Finance & Operations Director

Denholm Associates; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pension

Healthcare cash plan

Life assurance

Professional development support

Wellness initiatives

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm based in Edinburgh is seeking an experienced Business Services Director to join its executive leadership team. This role involves overseeing financial management and providing strategic oversight of HR and IT functions. The ideal candidate is a fully qualified accountant with senior-level finance leadership experience and a strong background in governance and compliance. The company offers a competitive benefits package, including flexible working arrangements and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with Boards and Committees.
• Track record of leading business change and improvement programmes.
• Attention to detail with a strategic mindset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial management of the organisation.
• Provide strategic oversight of HR and IT.
• Drive efficiency, compliance, and continuous improvement across the organisation.

Skills

Senior-level finance leadership

Governance, risk and regulatory compliance

Strategic oversight of HR and IT

Influencing senior stakeholders

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW or equivalent)

Job description

A leading recruitment firm based in Edinburgh is seeking an experienced Business Services Director to join its executive leadership team. This role involves overseeing financial management and providing strategic oversight of HR and IT functions. The ideal candidate is a fully qualified accountant with senior-level finance leadership experience and a strong background in governance and compliance. The company offers a competitive benefits package, including flexible working arrangements and professional development opportunities.