Job Description Financial Controller (Part-Time | 17.5 hrs/week | Hybrid – Galashiels)
Our client, a respected public sector education institution based in Galashiels, is seeking a qualified and experienced Financial Controller to lead their finance operations. This is a permanent, part-time role (17.5 hours per week) with a hybrid working model, combining on-site and remote work.
About the Role
As Financial Controller, you’ll oversee the finance, procurement, and student funding teams, ensuring sound financial management and strategic alignment. Reporting to the Vice Principal – Finance & Corporate Services, you’ll play a key role in budgeting, statutory reporting, and process improvement across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead monthly and year-end closures, management accounts, and statutory reporting.
Develop annual budgets, forecasts, and cashflow reporting.
Ensure compliance with public sector financial frameworks (SORP, FReM, SPFM).
Manage relationships with auditors, government bodies, and internal stakeholders.
Drive improvements in financial processes, systems, and internal controls.
Support and advise managers on financial planning, project costing, and budget ownership.
Oversee student funding compliance and re...