THE COMPANY
Working Rite is a charity working with young people aged 15-25 to create positive choices for what comes next after school.
We build connections with employers and create chances for young people to grow their skills and confidence in working environments.
We are committed to coaching young people, engaging their families, carers and communities over a sustained period to create long-term change through working.
We seek to stop the cycle of deprivation and poverty that occur in so many communities across Scotland. We do this through our unique, three-phase youth employability model – Choices, Chances & Connections.
THE ROLE
The post holder will be responsible for:
- Lead Financial Strategy – Contribute to short- and long-term financial planning, providing trusted advice to support strategic decision-making and organisational growth.
- Budgeting & Forecasting – Produce the annual budget, quarterly forecasts, and financial modelling to support scenario planning and development plans.
- Financial Reporting & Performance Monitoring – Deliver accurate monthly management accounts and high-quality financial reports for the Finance Committee, Trustees, CEO, and Leadership Team.
- Cashflow & Financial Oversight – Manage weekly and monthly cashflow, working capital, assets, leases, and contracts in a fluctuating financial environment.
- Funding & Grant Compliance – Prepare accurate claims and financial reports for funders, support funding applications and tenders, and ensure grant conditions are met.
- Audit & Regulatory Compliance – Prepare annual financial statements, lead the external audit process, and ensure compliance with Charity SORP, OSCR, Companies House, and relevant legislation.
- Risk Management & Financial Controls – Maintain accurate financial records, manage financial risks, oversee insurance and pensions, and ensure robust financial controls and segregation of duties.
- Operational Leadership & Systems Improvement – Line manage finance administration, act as Finance Business Partner across departments, and implement systems and technologies to improve efficiency and integration.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
- Qualified accountant (ACCA, CA, CIMA) with experience leading audits through to completion.
- Strong operational and management accounting experience, including multi-year, multi–cost centre budgeting.
- Experience developing high-quality management information to support decision-making and impact reporting.
- Knowledge of the charity funding environment and funding stream suitability.
- Payroll experience and understanding of relevant procedures.
- Excellent organisational skills, high attention to detail, and strong analytical capability with a continuous improvement mindset.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
Desirable
- Knowledge of VAT within the charity sector.
- Experience in a charity finance role.
- Experience developing full cost recovery models.
- Experience improving cost-effective delivery, including procurement and contract negotiation.
- Experience drafting and implementing financial policies and guidance.
