Deputy Head of Finance - Projects

This post is full time and open ended (permanent). Relocation assistance will be provided where appropriate.

The University of Glasgow has been changing the world for more than 570 years, and today we are delighted to rank in the top 100 universities worldwide in both the Times Higher Education and QS World University rankings. Our people have always been at the forefront of innovation, and our past achievements inspire our current world changers.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Deputy Head of Finance – Projects, to work closely with the College Head of Finance and College Director of Professional Services to lead on the development and setup of finance projects across the College that achieves value for money on all spend. The post holder will lead and provide comprehensive, effective and efficient financial management, governance, support, challenge and direction. As a senior manager you will ensure the provision of a strategic, professional, effective and solution focused finance service is delivered and aligns to the achievement of the College’s Strategy.

Candidates should have membership of a recognised CCAB accounting professional body along with a comprehensive knowledge of strategic planning, budgets and forecasts. 

Informal enquiries are welcome and should be directed to Stuart McDonald, Head of Finance (MVLS), Stuart.Mcdonald.2@glasgow.ac.uk 

Closing Date: 15 August 2024

We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University. Read more on how the University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/.

We endorse the principles of Athena Swan https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/athenaswan/ and hold bronze, silver and gold awards across the University.

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