Strategic Finance Leader | Hybrid, Perth | 13-strong Team

Cooper Parry; Perth; Hybrid; GBP 67,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance recruitment agency is seeking a Head of Finance to take ownership of financial operations within a prominent organization in Perth, Scotland. The role requires an experienced finance professional with a recognized accounting qualification and proven leadership skills. Responsibilities include managing budgets, financial forecasts, and audit processes while supporting strategic leadership. This role offers a salary of £67k - £74k, hybrid working model, and extensive benefits including 45 days of holiday.

Benefits

45 days holiday per annum

Highly competitive pension scheme (15% employer contribution)

Enhanced parental/sick leave policies

Work/life balance policies

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading a finance function in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills with experience building high-performance teams.
• Ability to communicate financial information effectively to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective operational management and support for the financial agenda.
• Lead the organisation's Finance function and team of 13 people.
• Manage annual budgets, forecasts, and financial returns.

Skills

Leadership skills

Technical accounting knowledge

Communication skills

Knowledge of financial legislation

Operational management

Education

Recognised professional accounting qualification (CA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent)

Job description

A leading finance recruitment agency is seeking a Head of Finance to take ownership of financial operations within a prominent organization in Perth, Scotland. The role requires an experienced finance professional with a recognized accounting qualification and proven leadership skills. Responsibilities include managing budgets, financial forecasts, and audit processes while supporting strategic leadership. This role offers a salary of £67k - £74k, hybrid working model, and extensive benefits including 45 days of holiday.