Finance Director: Scottish Wrestling

Role Type: Voluntary
Term: 4 Years (with the potential to serve up to 8 years)
Time Commitment: Attend around six meetings per year (2–3 hours each)
Expenses: Reasonable out-of-pocket expenses will be reimbursed.
Application Deadline: 24 October 2025

About Scottish Wrestling

Scottish Wrestling is the national governing body of wrestling in Scotland. Our focus is on building a sustainable, inclusive organisation that unites our community and delivers a world-class wrestling experience.

The Role

This role is a unique opportunity to shape the financial strategy during an exciting period of development. While specific knowledge of wrestling isn’t required, you must bring expertise in financial management combined with a collaborative and strategic mindset.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide financial guidance to the executive team and board.
  • Prepare and manage annual budgets and forecasts.
  • Produce regular financial reports with actionable insights.
  • Identify and mitigate risks through robust internal controls.
  • Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and accounting standards.
  • Support the development of fundraising strategies to diversify revenue streams.
  • Improve financial policies and processes.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Proven experience in financial management, budgeting, and reporting.
  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and compliance.
  • Experience in risk management and internal financial controls.
  • Ability to develop and oversee financial policies and procedures.
  • Experience preparing financial reports and providing strategic insights.
  • Understanding of fundraising.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and presentation abilities.

Application Process:

Further information and applications

Closing date: 24 October 2025.

Selection Process:

  1. Application review and confirmation of receipt

  2. Interview with a panel

  3. Candidates will be informed of the outcome within two weeks post-interview.

Please note:

This vacancy is not open to anyone who has been or becomes:

  • Disqualified from holding a Directorship in a Limited Company
  • Disqualified from being a Charity Trustee pursuant to section 69 of the Charities and Trustee Investment (Scotland) Act 2005
  • Suspended or removed as a Charity Trustee pursuant to section 34 of the same Act.
Date published: 25 September 2025
Date updated: 25 September 2025

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