AWS Executive

We are seeking an experienced Senior Head of Finance to lead the team for a well known charity in the West of Scotland. You will be responsible for ensuring robust financial management and strategic insight across the organisation. This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for: Overseeing day-to-day financial operations, reporting, and compliance Leading budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning Driving system improvements, robust controls, and internal governance Managing, coaching, and developing a high-performing Finance/ITS team Providing financial leadership to the Board, Trustees, and senior leadership team This senior role will play a key role in charity's finance/ITS functions, ensuring robust financial management, compliance, and strategic financial planning. This role is pivotal in supporting the organisations senior leadership team with high quality financial analysis and insight to support strategic direction and ensure both financial efficiency and optimal resource use across the organisation. The successful candidate will also oversee and facilitate the development of effective information and communication systems and mechanisms to enable accurate and relevant information to be shared with colleagues, customers and external agencies in a timely manner. Experience required Fully qualified accountant (ICAS, ACCA, CIMA, ACA, CIPFA) and at least 3 years post qualified experience. Demonstrable commitment to continuing professional development. Demonstrable, successful experience in a senior level role leading and managing a dedicated finance team. Leadership and management of a diverse team across more than one professional discipline. High degree of IT systems understanding and competence. Demonstrates respect for diversity and values inclusion. Demonstrable project and change management experience (Desirable). Third Sector experience, particularly in the field of Health and Social Care (Desirable).

We are seeking an experienced Chief Executive to lead and inspire both staff and volunteers within a well-known charity that supports and empowers girls and young women across Scotland. This is a unique opportunity to shape the organisation's future and make a meaningful difference, helping young people across the country reach their full potential. As Chief Executive, you will provide clear and visionary leadership, fostering a positive and supportive culture where staff and volunteers feel valued, empowered and motivated to deliver the organisation's mission. You will work closely with the Leadership & Governance team, and the Board of Trustees to ensure strong governance, long-term sustainability and a clear focus on strategic priorities. You will also support the operational board in successfully delivering key initiatives and projects, ensuring organisational goals are achieved and opportunities for growth are maximised. Acting as a visible and influential leader, you will represent the organisation within communities across Scotland and act as a positive role model for members and volunteers. You will also build strong relationships with the organisation's UK-wide body, ensuring alignment in vision, strategy and purpose while strengthening collaboration across the wider network. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a passionate organisation at a pivotal time, helping to create lasting opportunities for girls and young women across Scotland. This is a full-time position based in Edinburgh, with some hybrid working available. Normal working hours are Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm. The role will require attendance at meetings and events during evenings and weekends in line with volunteer availability, for which time off in lieu (TOIL) will be provided. There will also be travel across Scotland and occasionally within the UK, including some overnight stays.