Head of Finance

JR United Kingdom; Bridge of Weir; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Scottish charity is seeking a Head of Finance to oversee financial operations and lead strategies affecting the organization's financial performance. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with a strong background in financial management, contract oversight, and team leadership, helping drive the mission of improving lives in communities across Scotland.

Benefits

Substantial holiday entitlement

Generous workplace pension

Family-friendly working policies

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Free physiotherapy & occupational health support

Qualifications

• Fully qualified as a Chartered Accountant with CCAB membership.
• Proven track record in budgeting and cashflow management.
• Experience in contract management for complex organizations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial aspects of the charity.
• Manage financial systems, processes, and controls.
• Implement risk management strategies.

Skills

Finance

Management

Education

Qualified accountant

Job description

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Quarriers is seeking a Strategic Finance Leader in Social Care

Are you a qualified accountant and skilled in leading financial strategies in the social care sector? If so, we invite you to consider a unique opportunity to reach your full potential as Head of Finance.

About Quarriers

Quarriers is a Scottish social care charity with a rich history of over 150 years of providing care and support for people with disabilities, children and families, young people, young homeless individuals, people with epilepsy, and carers. Our services span the entire country, and we are committed to challenging poverty and inequality to bring about positive changes in people's lives.

We are seeking a dynamic Head of Finance who is a strategic leader to join our well-established finance team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of the charity, this will include managing financial systems, processes, and controls, ensuring Quarriers meets its financial obligations, complies with regulations and standards. You will be a play a key part in financial system improvements and addressing any challenges and implementing risk management strategies.

Key Objectives and Accountabilities

• Commercial & Contract Management
• Reporting & Analysis
• Systems & Process Improvement
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Finance Business Partnering
• Other Responsibilities
• Key Performance Outcomes and Measures

What you will need to be considered

• Fully qualified as a Chartered Accountant with membership in one of the CCAB-recognised bodies.
• Proven track record in budgeting, cashflow management, and preparing charity accounts and audits.
• Strong focus on bottom-line performance and cash management.
• Experience in contract management and preparation of tenders for complex organisations.
• Demonstrated ability in line management and developing high-performing teams.
• Proficient in using, managing, and implementing financial systems and upgrades.
• Experience in preparing and presenting financial reports.
• A full valid UK driving licence and access to your own car is essential.

Whats in it for you?

• Substantial holiday entitlement
• Generous workplace pension
• Family-friendly working policies and procedures
• Life Assurance
• Wider benefits including our Employee Assistance Programme, free physiotherapy & occupational health support

Full details of this role can be viewed on the attached Job Role Profile

Quarriers have Investors in People Platinum accreditation and are a Scottish Living Wage Employer

Quarriers is seeking a Strategic Finance Leader in Social Care

Are you a qualified accountant and skilled in leading financial strategies in the social care sector? If so, we invite you to consider a unique opportunity to reach your full potential as Head of Finance.

About Quarriers

Quarriers is a Scottish social care charity with a rich history of over 150 years of providing care and support for people with disabilities, children and families, young people, young homeless individuals, people with epilepsy, and carers. Our services span the entire country, and we are committed to challenging poverty and inequality to bring about positive changes in people's lives.

Your New Opportunity

We are seeking a dynamic Head of Finance who is a strategic leader to join our well-established finance team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of the charity, this will include managing financial systems, processes, and controls, ensuring Quarriers meets its financial obligations, complies with regulations and standards. You will be a play a key part in financial system improvements and addressing any challenges and implementing risk management strategies.

Key Objectives and Accountabilities

• Financial Strategy & Planning
• Financial Management
• Commercial & Contract Management
• Reporting & Analysis
• Team Leadership
• Systems & Process Improvement
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Finance Business Partnering
• Other Responsibilities
• Key Performance Outcomes and Measures

What you will need to be considered

• Fully qualified as a Chartered Accountant with membership in one of the CCAB-recognised bodies.
• Proven track record in budgeting, cashflow management, and preparing charity accounts and audits.
• Strong focus on bottom-line performance and cash management.
• Experience in contract management and preparation of tenders for complex organisations.
• Demonstrated ability in line management and developing high-performing teams.
• Proficient in using, managing, and implementing financial systems and upgrades.
• Experience in preparing and presenting financial reports.
• A full valid UK driving licence and access to your own car is essential.

Whats in it for you?

• Substantial holiday entitlement
• Generous workplace pension
• Family-friendly working policies and procedures
• Life Assurance
• Wider benefits including our Employee Assistance Programme, free physiotherapy & occupational health support

Full details of this role can be viewed on the attached Job Role Profile

Quarriers have Investors in People Platinum accreditation and are a Scottish Living Wage Employer

Skills Required
Finance
Management
Qualifications Required
Qualified accountant

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