Finance Officer (Fixed Term)

Glasgow Life; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Glasgow Life as a finance officer on a full-time, fixed-term contract until 2027. The role involves participating in key financial projects, ensuring compliance, and enhancing our finance systems. Work hybrid between home and office while enjoying numerous benefits, including a generous holiday allowance and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

30 days holiday plus 6.5 public holidays

Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme

Discounted Glasgow Club membership

Option to buy extra annual leave

And much more!

Qualifications

• Proficient in financial ledger systems.
• Experience with complex spreadsheets and project plans.
• Strong negotiating skills and ability to manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery of finance projects including ERP implementation and compliance.
• Work with the Finance Project team and manage project-related tasks.
• Support cross-departmental collaboration to achieve project goals.

Skills

Financial ledger systems

Developing complex spreadsheets

Interpreting legislative requirements

Negotiating skills

Flexibility under tight deadlines

Job description

Glasgow Life is looking for a finance officer to join us on a full time, fixed term contract up to 30th September 2027. As a finance officer you will be joining our newly created Finance Project team to assist in the delivery of several in-demand projects that the Finance team will lead:
• ERP Project – Implementation of new finance/payroll system
• PCI Compliance
• Pay and Grading
• Retail system upgrade
• Implementation of IFRS16 Accounting Standard
• Revision of Group VAT return following entry into Museums VAT Refund Scheme

More about our Corporate Services
As a finance officer you will be joining a dedicated team which supports Corporate Services within Glasgow Life. This includes Marketing and Communications, Business Support, Infrastructure and Finance. HR, Retail and Procurement and Development are also part of this. These teams undertake a wide range of roles to keep Glasgow Life operating smoothly as a first-rate charity. From creating compelling messages about the work we do to providing insights which help shape strategies. They also oversee the operation of over 100 venues across the city, account for millions of pounds, support our staff, and bring income into the charity through our shops.

About Glasgow Life
Glasgow Life is the charity which inspires people to lead richer, more active lives through culture and sport. Simply put, we believe that everyone deserves a great Glasgow life. We do this by delivering innovative cultural and sporting programmes and events which improve the mental, physical, and economic well-being of Glasgow. Glasgow Life also creates unforgettable experiences for tourists, strengthening the city’s visitor economy. We stage world-class events, conferences and festivals which enhance Glasgow’s international reputation. Glasgow is the first city to be named European Capital of Sport twice sport and was also the first place in the UK to be named a UNESCO City of Music.

The role
As a finance officer you’ll be an integral part of the team by working across the organisation to assist in the delivery of these projects. Reporting to the Senior Finance Project Lead and working alongside a new team.

The candidate
If you’re interested in joining us as a Finance Officer, you’ll need:
• Working knowledge of financial ledger systems
• Competent in developing and maintaining complex spreadsheets and project plans
• Ability to interpret legislative requirements and apply technical issues.
• Established negotiating skills to influence and challenge to budget holders
• Ability to work flexibly to meet tight deadlines and deal with conflicting priorities

You can read the full person specification for this role under the ‘Job Attachments’ section.

We offer hybrid working for some roles, with teams working between the office and home. Your line manager will agree these days with you, if suitable. This balance enables you to continue much-needed collaborative working.

Our head office in Albion Street has great links to public transport and parking nearby.

This role is working Monay to Friday 9am to 5pm.

We believe in the transformational power of the programmes and events we provide for the people and visitors of Glasgow. If you would like to be a part of what we do, we’d love to hear from you.

For Fixed Term Roles - If offer is made to internal employee (Glasgow Life or Council Family), at the end of the temporary period, eligible employees, if agreed will have a right to return to a role at their substantive grade within the council family.

Important Dates: Closing date 27th of July 2025 and interviews are provisionally scheduled for the week commencing the 4th Aug 2025.

Benefits at Glasgow Life

• 30 days holiday allowance plus 6.5 public holidays (for full-time roles). After 5 years completed service, the entitlement will increase to 35 days from the next annual leave year
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Discounted Glasgow Club membership and money off in our museum shops and online store
• Option to buy extra annual leave
• And much more!

Diversity matters at Glasgow Life

We're determined to reflect the extraordinary diversity of Glasgow in our workforce. Glasgow Life is on a journey to develop a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. Where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We're a Disability Confident and Carer Positive employer and invite candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Read more about our commitment to equality and diversity on our website. https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/the-small-print/an-inclusive-employer

Application Packs

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Further Information

Please note that Glasgow Life, as an ALEO to Glasgow City Council, is currently completing a Job Evaluation exercise and introducing a new pay and grading structure which may impact on current salaries quoted in job adverts, see