<h3><strong>Job Title:</strong> Finance Business Partner</h3><p><strong>Location:</strong> Glasgow</p><h3><strong>Role Overview</strong></h3><p>As a Finance Business Partner, you will act as a <strong>mini CFO</strong> to one or more Business Units, taking full ownership of their financial performance and strategic financial direction. You will be a trusted advisor to the Business Unit Head, providing accurate, timely, and insightful financial and non-financial information to support decision-making. This role combines financial stewardship with commercial acumen, enabling you to influence business outcomes and drive value creation.</p><h3><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul><li><strong>Strategic Financial Leadership:</strong> Operate as a mini CFO to your Business Units, providing end-to-end financial oversight and strategic guidance.</li><li><strong>Business Partnering:</strong> Build strong, collaborative relationships with Business Unit Heads and key stakeholders to enhance financial understanding and performance.</li><li><strong>Commercial Insight:</strong> Act as a strategic advisor on financial matters, driving engagement, operational efficiency, and profitability.</li><li><strong>Performance Management:</strong> Identify cost-saving opportunities, revenue enhancement strategies, and deliver insightful financial analysis to support business growth.</li><li><strong>Reporting & Analysis:</strong> Review monthly management accounts and prepare detailed Business Unit reports with commentary and recommendations.</li><li><strong>Cashflow & Working Capital:</strong> Develop periodic cashflow projections and support working capital management to ensure financial sustainability.</li><li><strong>Budgeting & Forecasting:</strong> Lead the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts in collaboration with Business Unit Heads, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.</li><li><strong>Process Improvement:</strong> Drive continuous improvement in finance processes, systems, and reporting, implementing best practices across the Business Units.</li><li><strong>Group Reporting:</strong> Oversee quarterly reporting submissions to the parent company, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</li><li><strong>Team Leadership:</strong> Manage and support Finance staff, including performance appraisals, mentoring, and professional development.</li><li><strong>Compliance & Audit:</strong> Support external audit processes and ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.</li><li><strong>Ad Hoc Support:</strong> Respond to ad hoc requests, projects, and financial research from senior management, providing high-quality analysis and recommendations.</li></ul><h3><strong>Qualifications & Experience</strong></h3><p><strong>Education:</strong></p><ul><li>Professional Accountancy Qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA). </li></ul><p><strong>Experience:</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience in a senior finance role within a complex, multi-entity environment.</li><li>Demonstrated leadership and team management capabilities.</li><li>Strong stakeholder engagement and business partnering experience.</li><li>Expertise in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling.</li></ul><p><strong>Skills:</strong></p><ul><li>Advanced MS Excel skills.</li><li>High attention to detail and strong analytical ability.</li><li>Excellent time management and ability to meet strict deadlines.</li><li>Commercial awareness and understanding of financial regulations.</li><li>Proactive, self-motivated, and capable of working independently.</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q29ubm9yLk5vcnJpcy44MjYyMi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p data-start="215" data-end="455"><strong data-end="286" data-start="215">Job Opportunity: Financial Controller (12 Month Contract)</strong><br data-end="289" / data-start="286"><strong data-end="305" data-start="292">Location:</strong> Edinburgh (Can also consider work in the Dundee office)<br / data-start="315" data-end="318"><strong data-end="334" data-start="321">Contract:</strong> Full-time (35 hours p/w), Fixed Term - 12 months<br data-end="386" / data-start="383"><strong data-end="404" data-start="389">Reports to:</strong> Finance Director<br data-start="421" / data-end="424"><strong data-start="427" data-end="436">Team:</strong> 3 Direct Reports</p><p data-start="457" data-end="717">Are you an experienced finance professional looking to make a tangible difference in the third sector? We're looking for a talented <strong data-start="589" data-end="613">Financial Controller</strong> to join a values-led organisation committed to creating positive change in communities across Scotland.</p><h3 data-start="1040" data-end="1054">The Role</h3><p data-end="1341" data-start="1055">As <strong data-end="1082" data-start="1058">Financial Controller</strong>, you will lead the financial operations of the organisation during a period of maternity cover. This pivotal role involves responsibility for the charity's financial statements, external audit, statutory reporting, and day-to-day finance function management.</p><p data-start="1343" data-end="1621">Working closely with the Finance Director and Senior Leadership Team, you'll help shape strategic financial decisions, ensure strong governance, and support sustainability. You'll also lead a small team and champion best practice in financial management across the organisation.</p><h3 data-end="1649" data-start="1623">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-start="1650" data-end="2268"><li data-end="1741" data-start="1650"><p data-start="1652" data-end="1741">Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, and the external audit process</p></li><li data-start="1742" data-end="1817"><p data-start="1744" data-end="1817">Oversee day-to-day financial operations, payroll, and internal controls</p></li><li data-start="1818" data-end="1912"><p data-end="1912" data-start="1820">Deliver timely and accurate financial reports, including management accounts and cash flow</p></li><li data-start="1913" data-end="1992"><p data-end="1992" data-start="1915">Ensure compliance with statutory requirements (Charity SORP, FRS 102, OSCR)</p></li><li data-end="2072" data-start="1993"><p data-end="2072" data-start="1995">Manage financial risks and promote sustainable, ethical financial practices</p></li><li data-start="2073" data-end="2175"><p data-end="2175" data-start="2075">Monitor grant funding, restricted and unrestricted funds, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting</p></li><li data-end="2268" data-start="2176"><p data-end="2268" data-start="2178">Lead and develop the finance team and promote financial understanding across departments</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="2285" data-start="2270">About You</h3><p data-end="2355" data-start="2286">We're looking for a proactive and values-aligned finance leader with:</p><p data-start="2357" data-end="2792">- Full accountancy qualification (CA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)<br data-end="2423" data-start="2420" />- Significant experience in a senior finance role, ideally within the charity or non-profit sector<br data-end="2524" data-start="2521" />- Strong knowledge of charity governance, SORP, and FRS 102<br / data-start="2583" data-end="2586">- Demonstrated leadership in managing audits and financial reporting processes<br / data-start="2664" data-end="2667">- Excellent communication and analytical skills<br data-end="2717" data-start="2714" />- A collaborative approach to team leadership and cross-departmental work</p><h3 data-start="3134" data-end="3155">What's On Offer</h3><ul data-end="3408" data-start="3156"><li data-end="3203" data-start="3156"><p data-start="3158" data-end="3203">Competitive salary and pension contribution</p></li><li data-end="3248" data-start="3204"><p data-start="3206" data-end="3248">Flexible and hybrid working arrangements</p></li><li data-end="3310" data-start="3249"><p data-end="3310" data-start="3251">Generous annual leave (33 days including public holidays)</p></li><li data-start="3311" data-end="3357"><p data-end="3357" data-start="3313">A supportive, purpose-led work environment</p></li><li data-end="3408" data-start="3358"><p data-start="3360" data-end="3408">Ongoing professional development opportunities</p></li></ul><p data-start="3415" data-end="3541">If you're motivated by making a real impact and want to join a passionate and mission-driven team, we'd love to hear from you.<br /><br />Get in touch with Ailidh van Wyk on 0131 240 3704, or drop an email with you current CV</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YWlsaWRoLnZhbnd5ay44Mjk2NC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
