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:
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Application review and confirmation of receipt
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Interview with a panel
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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.