Job Description

Job Title: Director of Finance & Operations (DFO)

Salary: Grade 7

Job SummaryAs a member of the Senior Management Team (SMT), the DFO leads on the strategic development and delivery of Scottish Book Trust’s financial management, business operations, risk management and corporate reporting.

The post also works closely with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and other members of the SMT to shape and deliver the strategic direction of Scottish Book Trust’s work as a whole.

Leading on people management and development across the organisation, the post plays a vital role in aligning strategy, people and processes.

Key responsibilities Contributes to the development and delivery of SBT’s strategic business plan Leads on project management of the business planning and organisational

reporting processes, researching best practice and reviewing for quality control Leads on the development of SBT’s financial strategy, policy, systems and

controls Leads on financial planning, budgeting, analysis and reporting to SMT and the

Board Lead role in promoting budget management and financial monitoring skills within

the organisation through appropriate support of Head of Finance, other Directors and Programme Heads

Lead role in managing financial and business risks, including assessing and advising on preparation of significant contracts and proposals for programme activities

Lead on the charity’s people strategy, taking responsibility for all HR related policies and practices, including performance management and staff development, as well as maintaining the charity’s compliance with employment law and best practice in the workplace

Lead the delivery of day to day HR services to managers and directors across the organisation through the line management and support of the HR Advisor

Supports the CEO and the Chair in maintaining effective Board administration, performance and development

Lead responsibility for delivering efficient and effective business operations and processes, including management of SBT resources such as property, office equipment, environment and IT

Monitors and delivers compliance with relevant statutory, regulatory, accounting and legal requirements, including contracts, health and safety, and equalities and diversity

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Leads and line-manages the Head of Finance, PA & Office Manager and the wider Operations Team to develop, achieve their objectives in accordance with SBT values, and perform at their best

Acts as an ambassador, promoting SBT’s work and reputation Engages with appropriate professional networks, keeping abreast of changes and

trends within the sector Actively manages own professional development, seeking out opportunities for

learning and growth

Skills & Experience Educated to degree level CCAB qualified accountant or equivalent business and financial management

experience (e.g. MBA) At least 5 years’ experience at senior management level in a complex organisation

including evidence of creating and delivering organisational strategy and policy Experience of leading in specialist professional areas with a proven ability to

inspire confidence at all levels of the organisation Considerable experience of developing financial strategy and carrying out

business planning and financial reporting either within the charity or other relevant sector

At least 5 years working experience preparing and reporting on statutory and management accounts to Board Level within a complex organisation

Experience of supporting a Board and communicating at Finance Director level, including formal presentations, briefing papers, committee/board reports

Significant experience of taking responsibility a range of corporate services, such as office facilities, IT, HR and property

Experience of working across multi-disciplinary teams, supporting senior managers and others in the financial and people management aspects of their roles

Considerable team leadership, line management and people development experience

Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills Interest in and knowledge of the arts and literature sectors desirable

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