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    Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations

    The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations is the membership organisation for Scotland's charities, voluntary organisations and social enterprises. Charity registered in Scotland SC003558. Registered office Mansfield Traquair Centre, 15 Mansfield Place, Edinburgh EH3 6BB.

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    Head of Finance

    • : Connecting Carers
    • : Part time
    • : 45,000 - 45,000
    • : On site: Highland homebased with travel
    • : Closing 15th 01 2025
    • : Advertised from 15th 01 2025
    • : 21 hours per week, happy to talk flexible working with two agreed working days. Permanent.

    Role

    As a key member of the Senior Management Team, the Head of Finance is responsible for providing accurate and timely financial information to the Board of Trustees, Chief Executive Officer and other senior managers to support strategic decision-making and safeguard the assets of Connecting Carers.

    You will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the finance function, including budgeting, management accounting and cash management as well as developing and implementing financial policies and controls and lead on risk management. In addition, you will be responsible for managing the Grant and Trust officer and lead on the development of a Fundraising Strategy for the organisation, as well as managing the team responsible for delivering grants to Unpaid Carers. 

    You must be passionate about what we do and our commitment to supporting unpaid Carers throughout Highland. This is a fantastic opportunity as Head of Finance to use your skills and creativity to make a difference to the lives of unpaid Carers throughout Highland. 

    If you think that this role is right for you, then we'd love to hear from you! 

    For informal enquires about the role please contact Roisin, our Chief Executive Officer on 01463 723560 (Ext: 301) / 0792 065 3631 or rconnolly@connectingcarers.org.uk  

    Application notes

    To apply for this role, please visit our website for the job description with person specification and an application form.  

    Closing date for applications is 11.59pm Friday 17th January 2025.

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