Contract: Permanent
Hours: 30 hours per week
Location: Fitwise Office, Blackburn House, Seafield, West Lothian (mix of home and office working available)
Responsible to: Managing Director
Salary: From £45,000 pro-rata
Closing date: Monday 18th August
First interviews (via Teams): Monday 25th August (provisional)
Second interviews (in-person): Thursday 4th September (provisional)

COMPANY OVERVIEW

We are a specialist company providing tailored association management, secretariat services, and event delivery to a portfolio of UK and international membership organisations. As a trusted partner to professional associations, we offer strategic, operational, and logistical support — including finance, governance, membership, marketing, and event management. With a close-knit team of 30 professionals, we are proud of our reputation for reliability, service excellence, and sector insight.
As we continue to grow and evolve, we are seeking a proactive and commercially minded Financial Controller to lead our financial operations and help shape the future of the business.

READY TO MAKE YOUR MARK?

If you’re looking for a fulfilling part-time senior finance role with purpose, we’d love to hear from you.
We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are currently underrepresented at Fitwise Management Ltd., including people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people and LGBTQI+ people.
Interview process: Suitable candidates will be invited for an initial interview via Teams. This will take no longer than 20 mins. Second-stage interviews will then take place face-to-face at the Fitwise offices in Seafield near Bathgate.

THE ROLE

This is a hands-on and varied role, responsible for all aspects of financial management across the business and selected client accounts. From producing monthly management accounts to guiding budget setting and ensuring compliance, you’ll be a key voice in shaping our financial strategy. You’ll also support client finance activities and provide valuable insight to boards and committees. This role has the potential to develop into a senior management team (SMT) role dependent on the suitability of candidates and their experience.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

· Lead all core finance functions: bookkeeping, invoicing, payroll, VAT, and reporting
· Deliver accurate monthly accounts, cash flow forecasts, and annual budgets
· Manage year-end accounts and coordinate external audits
· Oversee client finances: budget setting, reporting, and governance compliance
· Support strategic planning, pricing, and financial risk management
· Collaborate across departments and guide the finance team