Financial Controller

Three Bridges Recruitment; Scotland; On-site; GBP 56,000; Part time

Job summary

Three Bridges Recruitment is looking for a Financial Controller for a part-time role in the Scottish Borders. This position offers a salary of £56,000 (FTE) and enables you to shape financial strategy while maintaining a flexible work-life balance. You will be responsible for financial planning, statutory accounts, and mentoring a small finance team within a supportive, public-sector organisation.

Benefits

Flexible part-time schedule

Collaborative team environment

Modern offices with excellent local amenities

Engagement in meaningful change initiatives

Public sector stability

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant (ACCA, ICAS, or equivalent) required.
• Proven experience in financial management and statutory accounts.
• Change management experience and advanced VAT knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic financial management and planning initiatives.
• Prepare statutory accounts and manage cashflow forecasting.
• Drive continuous improvements in finance systems and procedures.

Skills

Financial management

Statutory accounts

Excellent communication

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACCA, ICAS, or equivalent)

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Three Bridges Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a leading public sector organisation to recruit a Financial Controller based in the Scottish Borders. This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior financial role that combines strategic influence with real flexibility. If you’re looking for a part-time leadership role where you can shape financial strategy, drive improvements, and enjoy a genuine work-life balance, this could be the perfect fit.

Why Work Here?

This is a fantastic role with benefits on offer of:

• Salary of £56,000 (FTE)
• Flexible part-time schedule conducive to work-life balance - 17.5 hours per week
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Modern offices in a central location with excellent local amenities
• Engagement in meaningful change initiatives and system improvements
• Opportunity to shape and influence the organisation’s financial strategy
• Public sector stability with a focus on community impact

Job

The role of Financial Controller will give you the opportunity to be involved with the following:

• Lead strategic financial management and planning initiatives
• Prepare statutory accounts and oversee financial returns
• Manage cashflow forecasting and ensure VAT compliance
• Drive continuous improvements in finance systems, policies, and procedures
• Provide leadership in financial management and internal controls
• Represent the Finance team in internal meetings and with external bodies
• Support budget preparation and guide budget holders across the organisation
• Oversee procurement activities in line with public sector regulations
• Provide training and support to staff on financial procedures
• Collaborate on organisational change initiatives and system improvements
• Mentor and support a small finance and procurement team

You

As Financial Controller, you will be skilled &/or qualified in the following:

• Qualified Accountant (ACCA, ICAS, or equivalent)
• Proven experience in financial management, statutory accounts, and audits
• Knowledge of financial reporting standards and public sector accounting principles
• Change management experience & the ability to implement new systems is desirable
• Advanced VAT knowledge is desirable
• Excellent communication and the ability to liaise with non-finance professionals
• Strong organisational skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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