Head of Finance
£85,000, with generous benefits or £500 day rate
28.97% pension and 37 days annual leave
9-month interim contract
Edinburgh with occasional travel to other sites
The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) is a dynamic, people-centred organisation committed to the safety, rehabilitation, and reintegration of individuals in its care. With investment in modern facilities and strategies, the SPS emphasises care, compassion, and professionalism in challenging environments.
Currently, they are seeking an accomplished and strategic Head of Finance to lead their finance function and support the delivery of their organisational objectives. Reporting to the Director of Finance, the post holder will ensure the effective delivery of financial operations, governance, policy, and strategy, and will require regular deputising for the Director and active involvement in shaping strategic priorities across the SPS.
Responsibilities include managing creditor payments, treasury functions, statutory reporting, capital accounting, and providing timely, accurate financial reporting. Additionally, you will deliver statutory annual accounts, manage financial planning and budgeting, maintain the finance risk register, and ensure adherence to financial controls and policies.
This is a unique opportunity to influence financial strategy and support a mission-driven organisation dedicated to public safety and rehabilitation.
For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Lauryn Pringle or Debbie Shields at Aspen People on 0141 212 7555.
If you are interested, please submit your application to us at your earliest convenience to be considered.