Finance Officer - B1

This opportunity is only open to internal Scottish Government applicants who are currently 'Priority Movers'. Applications from individuals not currently on the Priority Mover list will be rejected and not considered.

Are you an experienced finance systems professional looking to lead process improvement and change?

The Scottish Public Pensions Agency (SPPA) administers pensions for Scottish Teachers, Police, Firefighters' and National Health Service employees on behalf of the Scottish Government.

We're responsible for protecting the financial futures of over half a million people , that’s around 1 in 10 people in Scotland.

If you’re looking for meaningful work, a supportive environment and a career with purpose, you’ll find it at the SPPA.

Our office is based in Tweedbank in the Scottish Borders, the train station is a short two minute walk away and offers regular services to and from Edinburgh Waverley, making it a convenient and well connected location for commuters.

The surrounding area offers access to green space, walking routes and a strong sense of local community, supporting wellbeing both in and outside of work.

Our modern office building is designed to support flexible and collaborative working, with spaces for teamwork, quiet focus and hybrid working. Colleagues benefit from a comfortable, welcoming environment that reflects our commitment to wellbeing and inclusion.

This role supports the development and implementation of finance systems and related continuous improvement processes. You will work within the finance department alongside digital and operational colleagues to improve efficiency, improve controls, support system users, deliver process improvements and help ensure financial transactions are processed accurately and in compliance with relevant policies and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Partnering with business areas and other stakeholders to help them understand and follow finance polices relating to own area of work.
• Preparing and analysing statistical reports.
• Proactively solving problems in business areas and ensuring remedial actions are taken.
• Reviewing areas of poor performance and progress with corrective actions.
• Ensuring effective audit trails to support transactions, reconciliations and approvals.
• Overseeing the delivery of timely payments and receipts, in line with contractual terms and targets.
• Becoming a visible expert and point of escalation for their business areas.
• Working pattern
• This role is a permanent level transfer position.

How to Apply

Applications for this position will only be accepted from substantive B1 employees.

Please submit a statement outlining your suitability for the role, relevant skills and experience, and what you would bring to the team (maximum 500 words).

Selection Process

All candidates will be invited to an informal discussion with the Hiring Manager.

Informal discussion dates tbc.

Further Information

If you have specific questions about the role, please contact [email protected]

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