Senior Business Accountant: Finance Leader

Scottish Qualifications Authority; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A national awarding body in Scotland is seeking a Senior Business Accountant to enhance financial management within the organization. You will lead improvements in finance processes and develop robust financial controls and reporting. The ideal candidate has a financial degree and experience as a qualified accountant. This fixed-term position until January 31, 2027, offers a comprehensive benefits package including annual leave, pension scheme, and development opportunities.

Benefits

Career average pension scheme

Employee wellbeing and health assistance programmes

Development opportunities

27 days annual leave and 14 days public holiday

Qualifications

• Educated to SCQF Level 9, ideally in a financial discipline.
• Experience in financial management and controls.
• Continuously improving financial processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the improvement of financial management within the directorate.
• Influence the development of financial controls and reporting.
• Build strong relationships with senior staff.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Management skills

Leadership skills

Ability to work under pressure

Influencing skills

Education

Degree at SCQF Level 9 in financial discipline

Qualified accountant associated with CCAB

Job description

A national awarding body in Scotland is seeking a Senior Business Accountant to enhance financial management within the organization. You will lead improvements in finance processes and develop robust financial controls and reporting. The ideal candidate has a financial degree and experience as a qualified accountant. This fixed-term position until January 31, 2027, offers a comprehensive benefits package including annual leave, pension scheme, and development opportunities.