Financial Controller - 12 Month FTC

The Opportunity

You will play a key role in ensuring the charity's financial sustainability, transparency, and compliance. Reporting to the Finance Director, you'll lead a small team in delivering accurate financial reporting, effective controls, and insightful analysis that supports strategic decision-making. This role offers the chance to apply your technical expertise and leadership skills within an organisation driven by purpose and values.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and year-end audit processes.
• Oversee day-to-day financial operations including payroll, accounting, and financial controls.
• Manage statutory accounts for the charity and its subsidiary in accordance with OSCR and SORP standards.
• Provide strategic financial insight to the senior leadership team and trustees.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and best practice financial governance.
• Oversee the financial management of grants and funding streams.
• Identify and manage financial risk, supporting ethical and sustainable financial practices.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a small finance team, fostering a culture of collaboration and improvement.

What You'll Bring

• Fully qualified accountant (CA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Proven senior-level finance experience, within the charity or not-for-profit sector is desirable.
• Strong knowledge of financial management, FRS 102, and charity SORP is desirable.
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to present complex financial information to non-financial colleagues.
• Experience managing audits and external reporting requirements.
• Advanced Excel and financial systems proficiency.
• A values-driven approach and commitment to ethical practice.

Package & Benefits

• Competitive salary and pension contribution.
• 33 days annual leave (inc public holidays).
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
• Comprehensive benefits package following probation.
• Opportunities for professional development and learning.

Why apply?

This is an excellent chance to make a tangible impact by supporting the financial resilience of a well-respected Scottish charity. You'll join a motivated and compassionate team working towards meaningful social outcomes while gaining exposure to governance and strategic decision-making at board level.

To learn more or apply, please contact Andrea Green at for a private and confidential discussion. Alternatively, submit your CV and we'll be in touch.