Job Description
About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Finance Manager to join our Finance team. This role will support the Head of Finance to provide leadership, management and a vision for the Finance team of the SSSC.
This role will be responsible for:
• supporting the Head of Finance in the management of the SSSC Finance team
• managing budget setting, monitoring and reporting and maintenance of finance systems and processes
• managing the SSSC accounts payable and accounts receivable functions
• preparing the annual accounts package and liaising with auditors.
What you need to succeed
We are looking for someone with:
• a CCAB accounting qualification is preferred and significant post-qualification experience such as experience of public sector finance and team management. Ideally you will be registered with a CCAB body.
• excellent working knowledge of financial and budgetary management processes
• good working knowledge of public sector procurement policies and procedures
• good understanding of the work of the SSSC and its context of operation
• excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills including the ability to interact effectively with staff at senior levels inside and outside the organisation
• excellent analytical skills
• excellent management skills including good planning and organisational skills.
About the SSSC
We are the regulator for the social work, social care and children and young people workforce in Scotland.
Why work for us?
We are an ambitious, enthusiastic and supportive organisation. With around 300 employees, you can really make an impact here. We offer a generous salary, flexible working arrangements, a full range of benefits, local government pension scheme and up to 43 days holiday (dependent on service).
Read more about our benefits
Our office is based in Dundee, and we offer a flexible, agile working approach that combines remote working with time in the office. We value the benefits of in-person collaboration and working together, so while most roles allow flexibility, we ask colleagues to attend the office occasionally for key activities such as meetings, training, and team events and other occasions. We’re happy to discuss how this works in practice for each role.
We’re an equal opportunity employer
We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone can thrive. We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds.
We are proud to be a Level 3 Disability Confident Leader and offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates who identify as having a disability and for individuals who are Care Experienced, where they meet the essential criteria for the role.
We’re happy to discuss reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process.
Ready to apply?
You’ll find more information in the job profile and person specification.
To apply, please complete the online application by 8.00am on Monday 23 2026. We expect to hold interviews on week beginning 6 April 2026 at our office in Dundee.