12 Jun, 2024

Vacancy: Finance and Governance Lead

Please note applications for this post are now closed.

The Role

Working as part of the leadership team within the business support department, the Finance and Governance Lead will provide strategic and operational Finance and Corporate Governance input to support the RMA’s Corporate and Business Plans. The Finance and Governance Lead will take a proactive approach in leading change through implementation of best practices in Finance and Corporate Governance control systems and will:

  • Contribute to the development of business and financial planning activities.
  • Lead on the development and implementation of finance; corporate governance; records and data management activities.
  • Lead on preparation of financial transactions for approval.
  • Lead on preparation of monthly financial reports, forecasts, annual budgets and financial plans.
  • Lead on preparation of year-end accounts and support the production of the annual report.
  • Facilitate internal and external audit processes.
  • Support Board and Committee governance.
  • Maintain and update corporate governance control processes.
  • Lead on the security and management of information and data.
  • Lead on corporate compliance with records and data management legislation.
  • Work with colleagues and foster a culture of financial excellence.

The Organisation

The Risk Management Authority (RMA) is a non-departmental public body, established in 2006. We are a small team of less than 30, and we aim to support our colleagues in as many ways as we can, embracing our values of learning, integrity, fairness and excellence. 

We are currently working on a hybrid basis to allow for a better work/life balance, and we offer a flexible working policy and provide flexi time for all staff. As part of the Scottish Government, we are pleased to be able to offer a wide range of benefits including 40.5 days leave, which is 29 days annual leave plus 11 ½ public/privilege holidays you can use flexibly at a time that suits you, as well as an excellent civil service pension provision including 28.97% employer contribution.

Wellbeing is a key focus for the RMA. Right now colleagues can take advantage of a weekly wellbeing hour, a paid hour per week to do something to support your mental or physical wellbeing. This will continue through to 2024, where it will be replaced by a shorter working week. We are working towards reducing the working week from 37 to 35 hours, with no reduction in pay. We also provide an Employee Assistance Service (EAS) where you can get expert guidance 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, whether you are experiencing issues at work or at home.

We really value the experience and expertise of our colleagues. Supporting your professional development is a priority for us, and we’re proud to provide a generous CPD offering.

Application Information

Applications for this role are accepted via MichaelPage only. Click here to find out more and apply.

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