Finance Operations Manager

We are looking for a Finance Operations Manager to join our finance team based out of our Elgin/Edinburgh office.

Please note that there will be regular travel required to our Elgin office if you wish to be based in Edinburgh.

As our business evolves, so does our team. We are building an outstanding group of finance professionals who are committed to delivering a high-quality service to the wider business, encompassing efficient processes, leveraging technology appropriately, and with a genuine focus on people development. The Finance Operations Manager is a critical role with oversight of our daily financial operations, ensuring efficiency and accuracy of processes, and supporting the team in both professional development and continuous improvements in our approach.

Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Finance Operations Manager will be responsible for (but not limited to):

• Oversee the firm’s accounts payable, accounts receivable, and banking operations, ensuring activities are appropriately prioritised and carried out following internal policies and procedures, to a high standard
• Lead, manage and develop the members of the finance team working in these areas
• Review and develop our processes, procedures, controls & systems to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of our financial operations
• Contribute to wider finance and firm improvement projects
• Contribute to the maintenance and management of our finance systems and the integrity of the data within them
• Produce monthly and ad hoc reporting, and key reconciliations, relating to their areas of responsibility
• Collaborate with other executive functions across the business to support the overall objectives of the firm.

About you:

• Effective communicator with the ability to engage with colleagues at all levels from across the business, doing so with a positive customer-oriented attitude
• Strong leadership experience and the ability to manage, motivate and lead the team in a professional environment
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills to support prioritisation of competing demands on the time of the team
• Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, ICAS, CIMA or equivalent)
• A leader of your work and your professional learning
• Relevant experience in this role at a similar level is preferred

Why JC?

Johnston Carmichael helps to build success stories that change lives - whether it’s our clients, our communities, or most importantly, our people, who now number over 900 across the UK.

We work with individuals and businesses all over the country and our expertise covers almost every industry sector. We’re also an independent member firm of Moore Global Network Limited, a global accounting and advisory network of over 37,000 advisers across more than 114 countries.

Everything we do at Johnston Carmichael is underpinned by our four core values – Doing The Right Thing, Standing In Other People’s Shoes, Leading Our Future and Remaining Relevant. We’ve created a range of ways to support our people to make sure every voice is heard, including our People and Culture Forum, and we encourage each of our sharp minds to be leaders of their work and learning. You can read more about our culture and values here.

In the last 10 years we’ve raised more than £450,000 for charity and continuously evolved our commitment to sustainable business practices. We are Gold sponsors of the Kiltwalk and also partner with Netball Scotland and England Netball, creating an enduring impact on the ground in our communities.

What you can expect

As well as working with a great team of colleagues and enjoying the balance of hybrid and flexible working, we offer a range of benefits to make your time at JC even more fulfilling. Click here to see what’s on offer.

Different backgrounds and different opinions make for more interesting work and better outcomes. We’re sure we don’t have to say this, but we welcome people from all backgrounds, regardless of your heritage, ethnicity, religious beliefs, sexual identity or gender identity. We also actively encourage applications from anyone who’s had an extended time away from paid employment.

Our team is made up of people who’ve taken varied routes through their careers. We’re here to give you the tools, support, and materials to develop your expertise so you can pursue your ambitions. Our JC Aspire learning programme helps everyone reach their personal goals, and we’ve also carefully created our own Leadership Development Programme, which is accredited by the University of Strathclyde Business School at Masters degree level.

We look forward to hearing from you

If you’re ready to write your success story with us, apply today.

At Johnston Carmichael we are committed to diversity, equality and inclusion in the workplace. A copy of this policy will be made available on request. We also welcome applications from individuals who have had time away from paid employment.