Vacancy: Deputy Head of Finance
The House of Bruar seeks a Deputy Head of Finance to support the Head of Finance in leading and developing the Finance team and overseeing Finance operations. This is an in person only role, based at our offices just outside of Blair Atholl.
This is a key position where your expertise will ensure the accuracy and reliability of our financial information, mitigate financial risks, and provide the proactive commercial insight that drives our profitability and long-term success. If you have a proven track record in financial management, strong leadership capabilities, and a commitment to maintaining the highest ethical standards, we invite you to apply.
Role Overview
The Deputy Head of Finance is a senior professional and the second-in-command within the Finance function of our large retail organisation. The role involves overseeing financial operations, and providing strategic financial analysis to senior management. This position requires a proactive, results-oriented mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment whilst optimising the performance of the Finance team.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Operations and Oversight: Oversee and manage day-to-day financial operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable and cash management.
Financial Planning and Analysis: Assist in developing and implementing financial strategies, long-term financial planning processes. Provide financial analysis and insights, including financial reports, margin analysis, and cost analysis, to support strategic decision-making.
Financial Reporting: Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial reports for a variety of stakeholders.
Risk Management and Compliance: Identify and manage financial risks by implementing and maintaining effective internal controls and risk management strategies. Ensure full compliance with all financial regulations, accounting standards and internal governance policies.
Team Leadership and Development: Provide strong leadership, guidance, and mentorship to the Finance team members, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Participate in the selection, training, and evaluation of personnel.
Qualifications and Experience
Degree - Ideally in finance, accounting or business administration or equivalent experience
A minimum of 5 years in finance, accounting or administration roles with increasing levels of responsibility, demonstrating a proven track record of successful financial management.
Strong knowledge of financial regulations, compliance requirements, and accounting practices.
Proven experience in complex financial planning processes.
Previous experience in a supervisory or managerial role is desirable.
Key Skills
Leadership and Management: Strong ability to motivate, manage, and develop a finance team.
Analytical Acumen: Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with a high degree of accuracy and consistency with attention to detail in financial data analysis and reporting.
Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex financial issues clearly to diverse audiences.
Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in financial analysis and reporting, spreadsheets, and financial management and accounting software.
Professionalism: Strong ethical standards and sound judgment, with the ability to maintain confidentiality.
What We Can Offer You
- Healthcare plan after one year of service
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Generous staff discount throughout the store, increasing with length of service
- Massive discount in our restaurants
- Long-service awards recognising loyalty and commitment
- Generous employee referral scheme
- Holiday entitlement that increases with service
- Monthly employee recognition awards
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Work Location: In person
