About Scarf
Scarf, established in 1985, is a charity and social enterprise dedicated to providing free and impartial energy-saving advice for 40 years. We help people reduce their fuel bills and carbon emissions through various channels, including phone, online, and face-to-face consultations. Our services cover grants and funding, home energy efficiency improvements, fuel debt, billing, and more.
We operate numerous contracts across the North-East, collaborating closely with local and national governments and other third-sector organizations to support those in need. Scarf also delivers the Home Energy Scotland service in the North-East, funded by the Scottish Government and managed by the Energy Saving Trust, making a significant impact on people’s lives.
Overview of role
Responsible for the professional delivery of the finance function for the group incorporating all finance department activities including payroll.
Main duties
- Lead in the review and maintenance of processes and procedures ensuring financial management processes are efficient and robustly embedded to ensure effective governance
- Responsible for overseeing all day-to-day finance processing including project related as required
- Responsible for overseeing the payroll function ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation, pensions auto-enrolment, PAYE and the provision of year end HMRC payroll returns
- Responsible for the processing, calculation and reporting of VAT, ensuring knowledge of legislation is current and accurate and that the financial processing systems are appropriate
- Responsible for the review and reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts monthly to ensure there are no unresolved issues requiring attention
- Coordinate and manage the timely production of accurate and detailed financial information including monthly management accounts which accurately reflect the business and its needs with supporting narrative and variance analysis. Including presenting to the board on a 6 weekly basis.
- Responsible for coordinating investigation and reporting on key variances in the management accounts and liaise with managers and budget holders to provide explanations and narrative on such variances
- Preparation of the annual accounts and supporting documentation for the annual audit including liaison with the auditors and ensuring compliance with all relevant charitable and financial legislation
- Ensure the timely submission of all external reporting including Companies House, HMRC, OSCR including quarterly VAT returns, annual tax returns etc.
- Provide financial support to operational colleagues with tender submissions, contract reviews, and contract compliance
- Support the CEO’s/Leadership team in the preparation of the annual income and expenditure budgets including salary budgets and prepare related balance sheet and cash flow forecasts
- Coaching, mentoring, and supporting the Finance Officer to enable them to perform to the highest standard
- Effectively managing team performance, including carrying out annual appraisals and quarterly performance reviews within organisational timescales
- Any other duties commensurate with the role
Person Specification
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Excellent analytical and evaluation skills
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to plan and organise work
- Proven track record of working to tight deadlines
- Ability to work independently
For a more detailed overview of duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications, please refer to the job description.
Locations and working hours
The role is 56 hours per month – to be worked flexibly to meet the needs of the business. While the role can be performed from home, a hybrid approach is available.
When working from home, a strong and reliable internet connection is necessary, with recommended speeds of 10Mbps download and 4Mbps upload. You can test your home internet speed here.
Applicants should reside in the North-East and be prepared to work from Aberdeen and/or Dundee when requested for office-based workdays or in-person meetings. Regular office work is also an option, though travel costs to your registered office will not be covered. You must be eligible to work in the UK. We are unable to offer relocation or visa services.
Salary and benefits
The salary for this role is £40,000 – £45,000 per annum pro rata. Scarf prides itself on a supportive and friendly working environment, investing in its team, and maintaining an award-winning company culture. They are accredited with both Investors in People and Investors in Young People.
Here are some of the benefits offered:
- Competitive salary.
- Flexible working.
- 35 days off (30 paid annual leave, 5 public holidays).
- An extra day off, paid, for your birthday!
- Salary sacrifice and net pay deduction schemes
- Paid time to volunteer.
- Pension plan.
- Staff events.
- Free access to employee assistance provider.
- Sick pay scheme.
- Credit union membership.
You can find out more about Scarf’s ethos and benefits here.
How to apply
To apply for the Finance Manager role at Scarf, please complete the online application form here, providing detailed information about your suitability for the role. Be sure to attach a copy of your CV and complete all sections of the form.
Due to the high volume of applications, not all unsuccessful applicants may receive a response. The application deadline is 9am on Monday 17 March 2025, with interviews conducted either in person or via Teams.
Good luck with your application!
