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- August 09, 2018
Western Ferries (Clyde) Limited is a privately-owned company which has operated a passenger and vehicle ferry crossing between Hunter’s Quay (Dunoon) and McInroy’s Point (Gourock) across the Firth of Clyde since 1973. This route links the central belt of Scotland with the Cowal peninsula and beyond.
The Company operates a fleet of 4 modern roll-on roll-off passenger and vehicle ferries which provide a regular and frequent service, delivering nearly 32,000 sailings over 365 days a year. The service operated by Western Ferries is one of the biggest in Scotland and is unique in that it is purely commercial, unlike other operators in the space.
The business employs 67 people and has a turnover of approximately £8m on which it returns a strong profit.
The Finance Manager will be responsible for the day to day accounting and financial management of the business and the preparation and presentation to the Board of the annual statutory financial statements. The Manager will work closely with the Managing Director and the rest of the business as a key member of the senior management team. In addition, the Finance Manager will look after relationships with banks, insurers and other professional partners. We are ideally looking for somebody with 4 years + post qualification, ACA/CA/ACCA qualified accountant with hands-on financial management experience. The head office is located within the Hunter’s Quay terminal.
This is an excellent opportunity to join the Western Ferries’ team and to influence best practice and operational excellence in the finance function. The role offers longevity and promotion opportunities in the future for the right candidate.
We are looking for highly motivated candidates with excellent, broad finance experience with energy and focus who can drive results and will be genuinely bought in to the culture of the Western Ferries organisation. An attractive salary is on offer and total package will include a pension, private health cover, car or car allowance.
To apply, please send your CV to fwb@fwbparkbrown.com for the attention of Ailsa Sutherland.
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