Description Are you a fully qualified accountant? Are you looking for a new role within finance? If you are, then this role may be for you. Corporate Reporting, within Social Security Scotland’s Corporate Finance branch are looking for a B3 Finance Manager to join their team. The Corporate Reporting team is primarily responsible for ensuring the organisation has robust financial management arrangements in place for accounting for our operating costs and capital expenditure, whilst ensuring value for money for the taxpayer. The team also plays a key role in the preparation of the Annual Report and Accounts. As a B3 Finance Manager, you will be responsible for the provision of regular financial management advice and support to non-finance staff and play a lead role in the Annual Report and Accounts Audit. You will play a key role in producing robust monthly forecasting information and reporting our results using the new Oracle finance system (ERP). You will improve the financial capabilities of the organisation through engaging with stakeholders and developing and delivering tailored training across the organisation. This permanent opportunity will provide you with excellent opportunities to broaden your finance experience, work with a range of stakeholders, and develop your budget monitoring skills. Responsibilities Responsibilities Providing support to budget holders through delivery of financial reports and analysis to allow them to confidently monitor their budgets and encourage the effective use of public funds whilst delivering value for money. Ensuring compliance with relevant accounting and financial regulations, including the Scottish Public Finance Manual (SPFM), specific regulations and accounting standards. Providing support and guidance to Oracle Finance and Purchase to Pay system users following the introduction of the Enterprise, Resource and Planning (ERP) system. Utilising the outputs of Oracle to continually improve the financial information provided to stakeholders. Understanding financial capabilities across the organisation by producing and delivering training and awareness sessions to stakeholders in order to improve and develop these capabilities. Contributing to the Annual Report and Accounts process and liaise with external audit in the planning, fieldwork and completion processes, including responsibility for the operation of the centrally managed Audit Mailbox. Completion of key financial reconciliations to support the Annual Accounts process. Line management responsibilities. Qualifications Qualifications Fully CCAB qualified (or equivalent) with up-to-date Continuing Professional Development. Success Profiles Success profiles are specific to each job and they include the mix of skills, experience and behaviours candidates will be assessed on. Find out more about how we assess the Success Profile elements. Experience Proven ability to explain financial information clearly and concisely (both written and verbally), influencing key stakeholders and maintaining strong working relationships. Strong financial management experience with the ability to identify, generate and interrogate financial data to support decision making. Fully CCAB qualified (or equivalent) with up-to-date Continuing Professional Development. Behaviours Making Effective Decisions (Level 3) Working Together (Level 3) You can find out more about Success Profile Behaviours here. Technical / Professional Skills You will demonstrate the following skills within the Finance Profession Capability Framework Budgeting, Forecasting and Costing - Practitioner Understanding of International Accounting Standards – Working How to Apply Apply online, you must provide a CV and Supporting Statement (of no more than 1000 words) which provides evidence of how you meet the skills, experience and behaviours listed in the Success Profile above. We will be carrying out an initial sift based on the following experience requirement: Fully CCAB qualified (or equivalent) with up-to-date Continuing Professional Development. Candidates who are unable to state their qualification details will be sifted out at the initial sift. Only candidates who provide this information will be taken through to the full sift. Details of this can be given in the C.V. If invited for further assessment, this will consist of an interview and a presentation. We aim to provide feedback on request. However, if we receive a large number of applications it may not be possible for us to provide specific feedback on your application. We will provide feedback on request to candidates who attend an interview/assessment. Information Session We will be hosting an online information session on 7th July from 12:00 - 13:00. Please join us using the link below to find out more about the role. Click here to join meeting Expected Timeline (subject to change) Sift – w/c 14th July Interview – w/c 28th July Reserve List In the event that there are more successful candidates than posts available, a reserve list will be kept for up to 12 months. About Us Social Security Scotland is an Executive Agency of the Scottish Government. Our benefits help people from all walks of life in Scotland. We offer rewarding careers and employ people across Scotland in a wide range of professions and roles. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that is representative of the clients we serve. Find out more about us here We offer a supportive and inclusive working environment along with a wide range of employee benefits. Find out more about what we offer. As part of the UK Civil Service, we uphold the Civil Service Nationality Rules. Working Pattern Our standard hours are 35 hours per week and we offer a range of flexible working options, depending on the needs of the role. We embrace a hybrid working style where all colleagues will spend time in either our Glasgow or Dundee offices. There is an expectation of a minimum 2 days per week in your assigned location, which will be either Agnes Husband House, Dundee or 220 High Street, Glasgow. If you have specific questions about the role you are applying for, please contact us. Equality Statement Social Security Scotland are committed to equality and inclusion, and we aim to recruit a diverse workforce that reflects the population of our nation. Social Security Scotland are a Disability Confident Employer. We will consider and implement any reasonable adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment process and during the course of your employment, should you be successful in securing a post. If you feel you may require assistance with any part of our recruitment process, please contact us at Recruitment@socialsecurity.gov.scot. Find out more about our commitment to diversity and how we offer support and recruitment adjustments for anyone who needs them. Further Information This role is only available to existing permanent civil servants who have successfully completed their probation period within Social Security Scotland, or the broader Scottish Government. Find out more about our organisation, what we offer staff members and how to apply on our Careers Website. Read our Candidate Guide for further information on our recruitment and application processes. The successful candidate will be expected to remain in post for a minimum of 3 years unless successful in gaining promotion to a higher Band or Grade. If you experience any difficulties accessing our website or completing the online application form, please contact the Resourcing Team via recruitment@socialsecurity.gov.scot Apply before Thursday 10th July at 23:55 Contact Name - Michelle Ward Contact e-Mail - michelle.ward@socialsecurity.gov.scot