Strategic Interim Head of Finance

Aspen People; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a strategic Head of Finance for a 9-month interim contract based in Edinburgh. The role involves leading the finance function, ensuring effective operations, and managing financial reporting. The ideal candidate should possess expert knowledge of financial regulations, strong decision-making skills, and experience in public sector accounting. This position offers a competitive salary with generous benefits, allowing you to influence financial strategy in a mission-driven environment.

Benefits

Generous benefits

28.97% pension

37 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of financial regulations and technical accounting.
• Strategic-level experience working with Executive/Project Boards.
• Proven experience leading senior finance teams.
• Ability to develop strategic relationships with stakeholders.
• Experience leading finance transformations.
• Strong analytical skills for complex issues.
• Public sector accounting experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead finance function and support organisational objectives.
• Oversee financial and management accounting.
• Manage statutory reporting and capital accounting.
• Deliver timely financial reporting and annual accounts.
• Maintain finance risk register and ensure adherence to financial controls.

Skills

Financial regulations knowledge

Decision-making skills

Excellent communication

Relationship building

Job description

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a strategic Head of Finance for a 9-month interim contract based in Edinburgh. The role involves leading the finance function, ensuring effective operations, and managing financial reporting. The ideal candidate should possess expert knowledge of financial regulations, strong decision-making skills, and experience in public sector accounting. This position offers a competitive salary with generous benefits, allowing you to influence financial strategy in a mission-driven environment.