Head of Finance

OverviewQualifications Scotland''s purpose is clear and unwavering: to design, deliver and award qualifications that empower all learners with the fair and equal opportunity to reach their potential. This is our promise to every learner in Scotland that their background will never be a barrier to accessing qualifications which will help shape their future.

As SQA transitions to Qualifications Scotland (QS) we are looking for a

Head of Finance

to lead Finance team through an exciting period of transformation. This is a vital leadership role for QS during a challenging period in public finances. The role will be key to ensuring a seamless financial transition to Qualifications Scotland and the development of the Medium-Term Financial Strategy of the new organisation.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership within the organisation that ensures QS’s financial management and decision making is informed by the appropriate level of financial rigour

Lead the management of Change within Finance to transform the delivery of Finance services across its systems, reporting and processes

Lead on all financial reporting and financial planning

Provide effective leadership on governance including internal and external audits

Build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders at a senior level to ensure effective service delivery and foster partnership working

Support the Director of Finance in setting the finance strategy of the organization through development of the Medium-Term Financial Plan

Qualifications and Skills

Extensive experience of leading and developing annual planning and budgeting processes in large complex organisations

Proven experience of managing, leading and developing a finance team

Applicants, as a minimum, be a qualified accountant (CCAB) and have 7 years post qualification experience. You will role model values as a leader.

Benefits and How to ApplyWe offer a fantastic benefits package in return for your talent. These include but are not limited to a career average pension scheme; staff well-being and health assistance programmes; development opportunities and 27 days annual leave in addition to 14 days public holiday.

If you think you’ve got the skills, knowledge and experience required to succeed in this exciting opportunity please apply below.

SQA welcomes applications from every section of the community. SQA has a Gaelic Language Plan and is committed to its purpose.

Tha Plana Gàidhlig aig SQA agus tha sinn a'' creidsinn gu h-àrachdach agus na h-amasan a tha air cur a-mach sa Phlana Nàiseanta don Ghàidhlig.

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and encourage applications from all members of the community. We are committed to the Disability Confident Initiative and offer a guaranteed interview to any applicant who considers themself to be disabled and who meets the competency requirements for the ..... full job details .....