Director of Finance and Digital Improvement

Director of Finance and Digital Improvement

Work Location: Hybrid, Edinburgh-based

Hours: 37 hours per week

Salary: £79,143.34 plus £4,702.80 Car Allowance

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Director of Finance and Digital Improvement to join Ark.

We are seeking a permanent Director of Finance and Digital Transformation to lead a strategic programme focused on long-term financial sustainability and digital innovation. This is a pivotal leadership role, working closely with the Executive and Senior Leadership Teams to drive organisational change, embed digital solutions, and ensure robust financial planning.

Ark is a values-driven organisation committed to delivering high quality housing and care services that enhance the lives of those it supports. Central to Ark’s mission is a dedication to improving quality of life—ensuring every individual has the opportunity to live well, with dignity, independence, and a strong sense of belonging.

We take a responsive, person-centred approach to service delivery. The organisation works closely with tenants to understand and meet their specific housing needs, providing empathetic and reliable customer service. Through the careful maintenance of existing homes and the effective delivery of planned improvement programmes, Ark ensures its housing stock remains safe, comfortable, and of the highest standard.

We are equally committed to providing personalised care and support. The organisation operates within a person-centred care framework, enabling supported individuals to exercise choice and control over how their care is delivered. This empowers people to achieve their desired outcomes and live the lives they choose.

Vision

Ark’s vision is to create inclusive communities where quality of housing and care enable people to thrive and live a good life.

Values

Ark operates according to a clear set of core values that guide its culture, decision-making, and service delivery:

· Trust, Respect, Understanding, Equality and Integrity

Responsibilities:

· Provide strategic financial leadership and insight to the Executive Team and Board.

· Lead on financial sustainability and operational efficiency.

· Lead transformation initiatives focused on financial sustainability and digital innovation.

· Oversee and support the Head of Finance and ICT teams.

· Embed and optimise the Rubixx finance system and other digital platforms.

· Deliver budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and reporting.

· Ensure compliance with regulatory and governance requirements.

· Support organisational change and continuous improvement.

· Engage with key stakeholders including regulators, banks, and local authorities.

· Champion risk management and governance best practices.

· Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and professional development.

The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with significant senior-level finance experience and a proven track record in leading financial and digital transformation.

The successful candidate will also play a key developmental role by coaching and mentoring the Head of Finance, who manages the day-to-day financial operations.

Why Ark?

• Hybrid Working: Enjoy the flexibility of splitting your work week between working from home and our Main Office in Edinburgh.
• Flexible Working Times: Not a 9am - 5pm person. Arks allows you to flex your start & finish time in agreement with your line manager.
• Employee Assistance Program: Arks Employee Assistance program (EAP) gives all employees access to counselling sessions. There is also support available through weekly webinars and the EAP Website & App.
• Employee Discounts: Employee Discounts Portal with 1000s of discounts on your favourite brands including Supermarkets, Cinema Tickets, Gym Membership and Holidays.
• Annual Leave Buy & Sell Scheme: Employees have the option to sell or buy additional annual leave, up to a maximum of 5 days (or 1 working week for part-time staff) per year.

In return for your valuable contribution, Ark will also offer you:
• Up to 36 days paid holiday per year pro rata
• 4% Contributory pension scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme

As with all of our head office roles, we exist to support Ark’s mission. Ark is a major provider of Care and Support to people with long term and enduring conditions including learning disability, mental health issues, dementia and autism. As a Housing Association, we provide a range of accommodation much of which has been designed or adapted to meet the needs of people with disabilities.

Our aim is to create the best possible customer outcomes through our highly skilled people, the provision of high quality affordable homes and excellent care.

Please apply using the online application form. If you have any questions or require a paper application form please contact the HR Team on 0131 447 9027 or at HRTeam@arkha.org.uk .

Download the full job outline here

CVs will not be accepted

Applications close on Sunday 16th November 2025.

Interview will be held in person at Ark's Main Office in Edinburgh.

Scottish Charity No. SCO15694