Finance Lead
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Job Description
Are you looking for a new challenge that offers the opportunity to lead key finance functions in a high-profile public sector organisation If you are passionate about improving financial management forecasting and the stewardship of public funds we are recruiting for two C2 Finance Leads within the Finance and Corporate Services Division.
These roles offer the chance to lead either the Benefit Expenditure and Debt Finance branch or the Financial Reporting and Planning branch. These positions are integral to the effective operation of our Finance Unit and play a vital role in safeguarding resources for the people of Scotland who need them most.
In the Benefit Expenditure and Debt Finance role you will lead a team of over 50 people with three direct reports focusing on improving our forecasting and debt management the Financial Reporting and Planning role you will lead a team of over 20 people with five direct reports contributing to the continued enhancement of our financial reporting and planning processes.
Both roles require strong leadership strategic thinking and a commitment to continuous improvement. You will be part of a collaborative and supportive environment with the opportunity to make a real and lasting impact on how we manage public finances.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
Support your business areas Deputy Director / Director in strategic and operational financial planning and activities influencing as part of the Annual Accounts process with Audit Scotland.
Leadership and strategic management of either the Financial Reporting and Planning branch or the Benefit Expenditure and Debt Finance branch.
Key member of the Finance unit and divisional senior management deputising for Head of Finance.
Managing a wide range of conflicting demands and ensuring adequate and efficient deployment of resource maximising the use of technology.
Negotiate influence and challenge internal stakeholders to improve the organisations financial capability; strong focus on performance outcomes and value for money.
Delivery of high quality and timely corporate reporting and financial planning ensuring that there is effective links with business and strategic planning and effective scrutiny and consultation.
Present provide advice and challenge to senior leaders (Audit Committee Executive Team and Change forums) on governance accountability risk appetite policy process.
Manage the branch financial and operational performance risks and issues assisting in the assessment of divisional risk and ensuring that arrangements are in place for continuity of service.
Represent the organisation and develop strong relationships with Scottish Government and the wider Public Sector; championing negotiating and influencing policy process system and cultural changes.
Qualifications
Qualifications
The successful candidate must be fully CCAB qualified with up to date Continuing Professional Development. Please add details of your qualifications and CPD in your CV.
Success Profiles
Success profiles are specific to each job and they include the mix of skills experience and behaviours candidates will be assessed on. Find out more about how we assess the Success Profile elements.
For this opportunity the following Success Profile elements will be assessed:
Experience
Financial forecasting in a complex delivery area.
Behaviours
Delivering at Pace Level 4
Leadership Level 4
Changing and Improving - Level 4
You can find out more about Success Profiles Behaviours here:Success Profiles - Civil Service Behaviours ()
Technical Skills
Budget Management-Expert
Government Financial Reporting-Expert
Government Financial Management-Expert
Finance Profession Capability Framework
How to Apply
Apply online you must provide a CV and a Supporting Statement (of no more than 1500 words) which provides evidence of how you meet the Success Profiles above.
If invited for further assessment this will consist of an interview and presentation.
We aim to provide feedback on request. However if we receive a large number of applications it may not be possible for us to provide specific feedback on your application. We will provide feedback on request to candidates who attend an interview/assessment.
Expected Timeline (subject to change)
Sift w/c 25th August
Interview w/c 8th September
Reserve List
In the event that there are more successful candidates than posts available a reserve list will be kept for up to 9 months.
About Us
Social Security Scotland is an Executive Agency of the Scottish Government. Our benefits help people from all walks of life in Scotland. We offer rewarding careers and employ people across Scotland in a wide range of professions and roles. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that is representative of the clients we serve. Find more about us here.
We offer a supportive and inclusive working environment along with a wide range of employee benefits. Find out more aboutwhat we offer.
As part of theUK Civil Service we uphold theCivil Service Nationality Rules.
Working Pattern
Our standard hours are 35 hours per week and we offer a range of flexible working options depending on the needs of the role. We embrace a hybrid working style where all colleagues will spend time in either our Glasgow or Dundee offices. There is an expectation of a minimum 2 days per week in your assigned location which will be either Glasgow or you have specific questions about the role you are applying for please contact us.
Equality Statement
Social Security Scotland are committed to equality and inclusion and we aim to recruit a diverse workforce that reflects the population of our nation.
Social Security Scotland are a Disability Confident Employer. We will consider and implement any reasonable adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment process and during the course of your employment should you be successful in securing a post. If you feel you may require assistance with any part of our recruitment process please contact us at.
Find out more about our commitment todiversity and how we offer and supportrecruitment adjustments for anyone who needs them.
Further Information
This role is only available to existing permanent civil servants who have successfully completed their probation period within Social Security Scotland or the broader Scottish Government.
Find out more about our organisation what we offer staff members and how to apply on our Careers Website.
Read our Candidate Guidefor further information on our recruitment and application processes.
The successful candidate will be expected to remain in post for a minimum of 3 years unless successful in gaining promotion to a higher Band or Grade.
If you experience any difficulties accessing our website or completing the online application form please contact the Resourcing Team via
Apply before 23:55 on 21st August 2025
Contact Name: Stephanie Devenny
Contact email:
Employment Type
Full Time
