1 CodeBase jobs in Scotland

Who are we?

CodeBase is a tech ecosystem support organisation and startup incubator that helps people build better tech startups. We help people build and grow better tech startups through community, education, and workspace. 

CodeBase has created and delivers startup programmes for a number of organisations including the Scottish Government, the UK Government, Local Authorities and large corporations. We promote and facilitate collaboration in tech innovation by working with startups, scaleups, corporates, governments, academia, investors and the third sector. CodeBase also delivers scaleup and corporate programmes across industry verticals such as law, health and energy, which connect and educate corporates, startups and scaleups.

CodeBase has offices in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Stirling, Aberdeen, Dundee, and Inverness.

CodeBase offers flexible workspace (hotdesking, coworking and office space), delivers expert accelerator and mentorship programmes, hosts a peer-led community for people in the startup ecosystem to meet and connect with each other, and delivers a wide range of collaborative industry-startup bridge programmes.

What are we looking for?

We’re looking for an accomplished and adaptable Finance Manager. You’ll have experience of financial management reporting, enjoy analysing reports and making recommendations. You’ll have an understanding of the importance of accurate budgeting and confidence in analysing variances. We’re looking for a problem solver who can prioritise, manage expectations and communicate deadlines effectively while working in a fast paced environment. 

We’re looking for a great communicator who can build relationships with internal teams and external suppliers. You’ll be comfortable working as part of a small finance function (with an Assistant) within the Operations team and liaising with external accountants. You’ll enjoy working across projects and be able to give simple and effective guidance to ensure that financial policies are followed and effective records are kept.

What will you be doing?

• Preparation and ownership of monthly management accounts (including P&L, journal postings and cashflow forecasting) 
• Manage the budgeting process and quarterly re-forecasting with key stakeholders across the business, provide analysis and commentary on forecasting variances
• Provide reports and analysis for internal and external stakeholders (including board of directors, external auditors and key contract stakeholders)
• Managing the workload of the Finance Assistant, delegating tasks and supervising process changes
• Supporting the Finance Assistant with finance and budget queries from the wider team 
• Liaising with and providing information to external accountants and auditors (Payroll, VAT, annual accounts)
• Identifying and implementing financial efficiencies

What do we need from you?

• Experience of producing balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and cashflow statements
• Experience of managing forecasting processes and liaising with budget holders to ensure accuracy
• Ability to provide financial analysis for reporting to stakeholders
• Extensive experience of using online accounting software (we use Xero)
• Excellent communication skills, online and in-person, internally and with external stakeholders

Please also tell us if you have:

• A relevant accounting qualification (eg ACCA, ICAS, CIMA)
• Experience of grant funding and reporting
• Experience with using forecasting software (we use Futrli)
• Experience of line management
• An interest in the Scottish tech startup ecosystem

What we offer

• £45k per annum
• 4 day working week
• 23 days holiday + 2 weeks off over Christmas and New Year (pro-rata)
• 10% employer pension contribution on Qualifying Earnings
• 12 weeks maternity or paternity leave at full pay
• Bupa private medical and dental insurance
• Income protection insurance, death in service insurance, and critical illness insurance

About the job

Work Days: This role is 28 hours a week usually worked over 4 days . We are open to discussing alternative working patterns for applicants requiring flexibility

Location: Edinburgh – 37a Castle Terrace (close to main bus routes and train stations)

Start Date: 2nd June 2025

Contract: Temporary – Maternity Leave Cover – 11 months (to end of April with potential for extension)

Please note applicants must have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this role

The preferred candidate for this role will be required to pass background checks before appointment

How to apply

We strongly believe that diversity is a tremendous asset in every part of life, including business, and that no one should be held back by their background or culture. It is our responsibility to ensure that our team and our community reflects this by being diverse, inclusive, equal and fair. If this resonates with you, then we want to hear from you.

The Process

We hire by posting a job description on our website and other online job boards, asking applicants to complete an application form with specific role related questions and to submit a tailored CV. When we shortlist we give people a chance and overlook less than perfect academic performance or gaps on CVs as we know that structural inequalities, mental health challenges and family considerations can be unfairly held against people. We conduct a panel interview and a task as part of our interview process. We then start a 3–6 month probationary period where we encourage open communication to ensure that we do everything we can to set you up to succeed in the role.

Key Dates and Links

The closing date for this role is Monday 7th April at 9am with interviews scheduled for Wednesday 23rd April. To apply please visit our website for the application form.