Accounts & Compliance Manager

University of Edinburgh; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Accounts & Compliance Manager to oversee the financial operations of its Sports Union. This role offers the opportunity to manage accounts, support student initiatives, and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders. Join a forward-thinking team committed to providing enriching experiences for students and the community, all while enjoying a competitive salary and comprehensive staff benefits.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Competitive pension schemes

Staff discounts

Family-friendly initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in a finance/accounts role is essential.
• Highly organized with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage all Sports Union accounts using Sage Accounting.
• Support student volunteers and oversee compliance processes.

Skills

Finance/Accounts Experience

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Adaptability

Tools

Sage Accounting

Job description

Job Description

Grade: UE06: £34,132 - £39,355 per annum

CSG/Sports Union/Sport & Exercise

Full time: 35 hours per week

Open-ended (Permanent)

The Opportunity:

The Sports Union is recruiting for an experienced Accounts & Compliance Manager to oversee the day to day financial running of the Sports Union, a charity led by elected student trustees, supported by a small team of staff.

The Sports Union has a remit of activity, providing club and recreational opportunities to the student population, alongside a programme of learning and development opportunities.

The roleholder will be required to manage all Sports Union accounts using Sage Accounting alongside all associated administrative tasks. The role will also support student volunteers and sports clubs to complete their roles successfully, oversee insurance and audit processes and support with the management of compliance and risk.

We are open to considering requests for hybrid working (on a non-contractual basis) that combines a mix of remote and regular on-campus working.

Your skills and attributes for success:

• Experience in a finance/accounts role.
• Highly organised.
• Excellent communication skills.
• An ability to adapt to change and reprioritise workload.

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Application Information:

Please ensure you include the following documents in your application:

• CV
• Cover letter

As a valued member of our team you can expect:

• A competitive salary.
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, competitive pension schemes, staff discounts, and family-friendly initiatives. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page(opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits

Championing equality, diversity and inclusion:

The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.

Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our right to work webpages(opens new browser tab).

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. International applicants will therefore be unable to apply for and secure a Skilled Worker visa. They will only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Key dates to note:

Closing date for applications is 14 May 2025.

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About Us

As a world-leading research-intensive University, we are here to address tomorrow's greatest challenges. Between now and 2030 we will do that with a values-led approach to teaching, research and innovation, and through the strength of our relationships, both locally and globally.

About the Team

University Sport and Exercise is a five star national and international sports facility, providing top class sporting events and sports therapy services. The University is ranked in the top 5 sporting Universities in the UK. It provides a comprehensive range of sport and exercise opportunities for students, staff and members of the local community. The range of support runs from day to day leisure and exercise, through competitive sport, to support for national and international standard athletes.

http://www.ed.ac.uk/schools-departments/sport-exercise/home