Finance and Accounting Leader

1 month ago


Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom Cornerstone Full time
Head of Finance Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Finance and Accounting Leader to join our team at Cornerstone, one of Scotland's largest charities.

About the Role:

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and developing our Finance function, ensuring accurate, reliable, and timely financial information and analysis is provided to support our organisation.

This is a varied role encompassing many aspects within our Finance department. You will assist our Director of Finance in establishing and maintaining effective financial management and business support.

You will combine your accounting skills with effective financial management to provide concise communications to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Educated to degree level in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience
  • Recognised chartered accountancy CCAB qualification
  • Knowledge and experience of the legal and charitable framework
  • Experience of leading, developing, and managing a Finance team to deliver high-quality services within a similar type or size of organisation
  • Proven experience in the development and maintenance of financial controls, policies, and procedures
  • Good analytical and evaluation skills with the ability to understand and carry out complex numerical and financial calculations and analyse data
  • The ability to transfer strategy into operational and departmental work plans
  • Meticulous attention to detail
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to plan and organise work
  • Proven track record of working to tight deadlines and simultaneously managing several initiatives

About Us:

Cornerstone operates over 18 local authorities in Scotland and provides a wide range of services to over 2,000 individuals each year. Our focus is on social inclusion, reducing loneliness, and improving health, independence, and wellbeing.

Salary: The salary for this role is £68,000 per year, reflecting the qualifications and experience required for the position.



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