COME AND JOIN US . . .

We are currently seeking an exceptional Finance Director to hold a crucial position both within our Executive Leadership team and on our Board, serving as a strategic partner to the Managing Director and the Board of Directors.

This role encompasses financial stewardship, strategic planning, risk management, and overseeing Gleneagles’ procurement and legal interests. The Finance Director is responsible for ensuring the financial health and integrity of the business whilst also providing guidance and direction in procurement, governance, and legal compliance.

ABOUT GLENEAGLES

One of the world’s most iconic luxury hotels and country estates, Gleneagles has been making memories for nearly a century. Recently named winner of the ‘Art of Hospitality’ award 2023, as well as no.32 in the new global ranking of The World’s 50 Best Hotels, everything we do is about surpassing expectations and creating exceptional hospitality experiences for our guests.

WORKING AT GLENEAGLES

We’re devoted to making our people feel as valued as our guests. In this way, we strive to support the whole ‘you’ - not just the professional part but the personal part too. People join our team for all sorts of reasons. Some work here permanently to develop a career, some work seasonally, while others have a schedule to fit around their personal commitments. However long you plan to stay with us and whatever hours you’d prefer to work, we’re open to flexible working requests and offer hours, shift patterns and contract types to suit everyone.

Location; Auchterarder, just off the A9. Gleneagles is also within easy reach of a number of Scottish towns and cities: Edinburgh City Centre (1hr), Glasgow or Dundee (50mins), Stirling and Perth (25mins).

Here's a bit more detail on what we see you doing in this role:

• Developing and implementing financial strategies aligned with the company’s objectives and long-term goals, serving as a key liaison between the Executive Team and the Board of Directors
• Providing financial insights and analysis to support strategic decision making by our Managing Director and the Board
• Leading the annual budget process and ongoing financial forecasting
• Overseeing all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, and cash management
• Ensuring compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies
• Producing timely and accurate financial reporting for the Managing Director, the Board, and other stakeholders
• Presenting financial performance, forecasts, and strategic initiatives to the Board; participating in board meetings and contributing to discussions on corporate governance, risk management, and strategic direction
• Expertly leading the relationships with key external stakeholders, including banks, auditors and insurers
• Providing oversight of legal affairs, including contracts, agreements, and regulatory compliance
• Collaborating with internal and external legal counsel to address legal issues and mitigate risks
• Leading the annual internal control process, continuing to develop the internal control framework
• Staying fully informed on, and where possible ahead of, changes in laws and regulations affecting the company’s operations, ensuring we are always fully compliant
• Driving the improvement agenda within the Finance team, constantly seeking opportunities to streamline effort and improve accuracy and output
• Supporting our wider business systems improvement, ensuring alignment between all departments and Finance
• Ensuring our procurement strategies optimise cost-effectiveness and efficiency and that Gleneagles establishes and maintains relationships with suppliers and vendors that drive quality, reliability, and favourable terms; you’ll also oversee major contracts and agreement negotiations
• Directing the Sales team responsible for renting and selling our seasonal ownership Glenmor homes
• Acting as Treasurer for the Glenmor Owners’ Club, and liaising with owners and other stakeholders in the financial operation of Glenmor

The kind of person we're looking for:

• A Qualified Accountant (CA, ACCA, CIMA), you have proven experience in senior financial leadership roles, preferably with Board exposure, alongside outstanding understanding of financial principles, accounting standards, and financial analysis techniques
• You combine your strong technical Finance skills with strategic thinking and exceptional leadership capabilities to drive the financial success of the organisation
• An analytical thinker, you identify issues and develop solutions, adjusting strategies based on changing financial conditions and translate financial data into actionable insights and recommendations
• You integrate your financial acumen with procurement expertise to ensure cost-effective and strategic sourcing, fantastic procurement management and contract negotiation
• Adept in navigating regulatory environments, you have a sound knowledge of legal principles, compliance requirements, and corporate governance; you know exactly how to steer through financial regulations and standards to ensure unquestionable compliance
• Your communication and interpersonal skills are excellent, you have the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels
• A highly credible leader, your experience in managing and developing teams is vast, and you extend this to team collaboration across the business
• Your ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing, often conflicting priorities, is tried and tested

• Highly motivated and possessing an immense sense of pride in your work; you're passionate about delivering the high standards for our guests in line with the Gleneagles brand

What’s in it for you:

Time to let your hair down

• 30 days holiday (including bank holidays) that increases with service
• Seasonal parties and local social events
• 50% discount on Food & Beverage, Country Pursuits, Spa and Hair Salon (Mon-Thurs) and the Golf Driving Range
• Golf Membership (with access to all 3 championship courses) for £50.00 per annum

Treats in your pocket

• Flexi points into your Perkbox wallet to spend as you choose. The points can be spent immediately, or you can save them up over a number of months, for perks that cost that little bit more. All this gives you greater choice, so you can pick the things that mean the most to you!
• Free ‘pay day’ lunch and monthly drinks offers
• A generous ‘refer a friend’ scheme

Be our guest

• Stay with us as a guest at Gleneagles or Gleneagles Townhouse for up to 2 nights per year at £95.00 per night - a benefit available upon completion of 12 months service
• Friends & Family discounted rate of £225 - £275 B&B per night at Gleneagles
• Enjoy discounted rooms and restaurants rates with up to 50% off across the wider Ennismore brands and hotels, located across some spectacular locations, including London, Paris, Rome, Dubai, Doha, Rio, NY, Chicago and LA...to name just a few

Investment in your development and wellbeing

• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme, offering support and confidential advice for you and your family when you need it most
• Ongoing investment in your personal development with access to internal and external training qualifications and programmes
• Internal career opportunities across a wider range of specialisms and departments
• Monthly recognition programme
• Volunteering day every year with a charitable partner of your choice
• Complimentary access to our staff gym
• Gleneagles Cycle Scheme to spread the cost of the bike that you really want and reduce your carbon footprint

If you are our next Finance Director, please forward your most recent CV to us today!

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