Finance Business Partner Children & Families - Part Time - Temporary

Information

At CrossReach we’re a charitable organisation that puts people at the heart of everything we do.  From caring for older people, children and families and the homeless to supporting those with learning disabilities, we’ve been delivering innovative social care for 150 years.  And as one of Scotland’s largest social care providers, we have 65 services and 1,800 employees across the country.

 

As a member of our Corporate Services team you’ll be helping some of the most vulnerable people in our society live safer, fuller and happier lives.  Our values driven culture means we are accepting, respectful and compassionate to both our service users and employees.  So, join us and you’ll be part of a professional environment with a range of development opportunities and a generous benefits package.  It’s a career that will enhance both your life and the lives of vulnerable people across Scotland.

This is a temporary post for one year.

Salary pro rata of 40 hours per week.

Main Function

To act as a finance business partner to a designated service area of the organisation.

Main Duties

1. To understand and be involved in the development of the strategic direction of the organisation.
2. To work in partnership with the Operational Director and Heads of Service to develop an in depth knowledge of the service delivery areas and to assist with timeous and strategic budget preparation and advice so that services can be maintained and developed.
3. To be involved in business and planning meetings in partnership with the Director/HOS.  Negotiate with key stakeholders and support staff to ensure agreed outcomes and timescales are achieved.
4. To work collaboratively with the Business partners within HR and Organisational Development to provide specialist financial support and information as required
5. To work with other Business Partners to improve communication, business protocols and business efficiency throughout the organisation and to share specialist knowledge as appropriate.
6. As a Finance Business Partner work with the Director/Heads of Service to research the wider financial context and identify developments and changes which will have an impact on service delivery.
7. To support business development as necessary in order to make funding applications in relation to operations.
8. To demonstrate and share Christian love and support including by leading of worship in accordance with CrossReach policy, and by ensuring all staff meetings are opened with prayer and Bible reading.

General Duties

1. To undertake duties in relation to CrossReach Policies and Procedures such as Complaints, Discipline & Grievance, Health & Safety and Safeguarding as required.
2. To prepare and present reports for the Council Committees, Corporate Management Team and Senior Management Team as requested by the CEO or Director.
3. To effectively manage your area of responsibility ensuring that regular meetings, supervision and appraisal are in place.
4. To be a member of the Senior Management Team, undertaking relevant tasks and responsibilities within and on behalf of the group.
5. To undertake speaking engagements on behalf of CrossReach.
6. To promote Health & Safety awareness and compliance throughout the area of responsibility.
7. To undertake such other duties as may be required by the Director of Finance & Resources.

Qualifications

Qualified Accountant

Personal

As we do our work in Christ’s name the job you have applied for requires you to have a Christian faith and be able to work within and uphold our Christian Ethos (this is an ongoing occupational requirement under the Equality Act 2010).

This post requires the holder to obtain a basic disclosure.

Skills and Abilities

• Experience at a senior level of financial management and monitoring.
• Excellent hands-on computer skills, particularly in all aspects of Microsoft Office.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to influence change across the organisation.
• A can-do attitude – a practical, delivery-orientated individual.
• A full driving licence.