Financial Analyst

University of Glasgow; Glasgow; Presencial; GBP 42.000 - 47.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

41 days leave

Pensions & benefits

Flexible working

Health & wellbeing support (6-month Uo

Descripción de la vacante

University of Glasgow is seeking a Financial Analyst to provide essential management accounting support and insightful financial analysis to the Finance Office and University Services leadership. This 12-month fixed-term post offers a full-time schedule and a friendly, collaborative environment.

You will work to ensure high-quality finance services, contribute to strategic planning, and maintain strong internal controls while developing relationships across directorates to deliver timely,

Formación

• Experience in a large, complex financial environment.
• Ability to prepare and present financial management reports.
• Knowledge of budgeting and strategic planning in a large organisation.

Responsabilidades

• Provide comprehensive management accounting support and direction to leadership teams.
• Deliver high-quality technical finance services and insightful analysis.
• Strengthen liaison between the finance team and University Services directorate.

Conocimientos

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Planning & organisation

Analytical thinking

IT proficiency

Educación

CCAB accounting qualification

Continuous professional development

Herramientas

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Descripción del empleo

This post is full time (35 hours p/w) and fixed term for up to 12 months from agreed start date.

Please Note: If you are a current employee of the University of Glasgow, please be advised that the University would consider an internal secondment opportunity for this post. University of Glasgow applicants should seek clearance for release for internal secondment from their line manager before making a formal application.

The University of Glasgow has been changing the world for more than 575 years, and we are one of the world's top 100 universities, ranked 12th in the world in the Times Higher Education (THE) World Impact Rankings 2025, demonstrating that we are not only one of the best universities in the United Kingdom, but one of the best universities for the world. Our people have always been at the forefront of innovation, and our past achievements inspire our current world changers.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a new Financial Analyst to join the University’s Finance Office.

In this role you will play a supporting role in the provision of comprehensive, effective and efficient management accounting support and direction to the leadership team of University Services and the Finance Division.

You will ensure the provision of professional, effective and solutions focused finance services aligned to the achievement of the University’s Strategy, providing high-quality technical support through insightful analysis and issue resolution and continuously improve processes and procedures to support efficient and effective operations within a strong internal control environment.

You will support and develop enhanced liaison between the finance team and the wider University Services directorate teams ensuring accurate, timely, relevant and reliable information allowing delivery of a customer service focus.

As part of Team UofG you will be a member of a world-changing, inclusive community, which values ambition, excellence, integrity and curiosity.

As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

• 1 A warm welcoming and engaging organisational culture, where your talents are developed and nurtured, and success is celebrated and shared.
• 2 An excellent employment package with generous terms and conditions including 41 days of leave for full time staff, pension - pensions handbook https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/payandpensions/pensions/, benefits and discount packages.
• 3 A flexible approach to working.
• 4 A commitment to support your health and wellbeing, including a free 6-month UofG Sport membership for all new staff joining the University https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/staff/healthwellbeing/.

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.

We are investing in our organisation, and we will invest in you too. Please visit our website https://www.gla.ac.uk/explore/jobs/ for more information.

Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and ExperienceKnowledge and QualificationsEssential:A1 Ability to demonstrate the competencies required to undertake the duties associated with this level of post having acquired the necessary knowledge and skills in a similar or number of different roles. Or, Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework level 9, (Ordinary Degree, Scottish Vocational Qualification level 4), or equivalent (including professional accreditation with relevant formal training), and experience of personal development in a similar or related role(s).A2 Qualified or working towards qualification with a recognised CCAB accounting professional body.A3 Strong evidence of continuing professional development relevant to the role.A4 Detailed operational knowledge of business processes, management information systems and value drivers of management accounting.A5 A sound understanding of Inland Revenue VAT requirements.A6 Thorough understanding of budgeting and strategic planning within a large complex environment.A7 Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.Desirable:B1 Knowledge of financial governance and regulation in the HE sector.B2 Post‑graduate qualification in a relevant discipline.SkillsEssential:C1 Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to prepare and present financial management reports and commentary.C2 Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective working relationships at all levels and with the confidence and capability to challenge assumptions and practices.C3 Demonstrable customer service skills with the ability to evidence a strategic solution focused approach that is adaptable to the needs of the customer and the continued success of the department.C4 Self‑motivated with the ability to effectively plan, prioritise and organise workload in response to business needs, working effectively under pressure to ensure that competing deadlines are met.C5 Logical and analytical thinker with astute decision‑making, problem solving and conflict resolution skills.C6 Excellent IT skills with the ability to develop and enhance computerised management systems, analyse and manipulate data and present meaningful management information using a range of industry standard and accounting software.C7 An ability to demystify complex financial concepts for non‑financial colleagues.ExperienceEssential:E1 Significant experience in a similar or related role(s) within a large and complex financial environment.E2 Extensive experience of working with non‑financial managers to drive improvements in financial analysis leading to additional insight and improved decision‑making.E3 Experience of supporting the preparation of business cases with non‑financial professionals.E4 Extensive experience of operating at a senior finance level, with a track record of success in influencing senior management.E5 Demonstrable experience of presenting and explaining financial data to both financial and non‑financial colleagues such that it is fully understood.E6 Experience of successfully leading continuous financial process improvement and change with demonstrable operational and financial efficiencies delivered.

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Financial Analyst

Company: University of Glasgow Salary: £41,885 to £46,970 a year, pro rata Hours: Full-time Location: Glasgow, G12 8QQ Working pattern: On-site Job type: Temporary Posting date: 3 Nov 2026 Closing date: 17 Nov 2026

Summary

University Services

Finance Office

Financial Analyst

Vacancy Reference: 210594

Salary: UofG Grade 7, £41,885 - £46,970 per annum.

This post is full time (35 hours p/w) and fixed term for up to 12 months from agreed start date.

Please Note: If you are a current employee of the University of Glasgow, please be advised that the University would consider an internal secondment opportunity for this post. University of Glasgow applicants should seek clearance for release for internal secondment from their line manager before making a formal application.

The University of Glasgow has been changing the world for more than 575 years, and we are one of the world's top 100 universities, ranked 12th in the world in the Times Higher Education (THE) World Impact Rankings 2025, demonstrating that we are not only one of the best universities in the United Kingdom, but one of the best universities for the world. Our people have always been at the forefront of innovation, and our past achievements inspire our current world changers.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a new Financial Analyst to join the University’s Finance Office.

In this role you will play a supporting role in the provision of comprehensive, effective and efficient management accounting support and direction to the leadership team of University Services and the Finance Division.

You will ensure the provision of professional, effective and solutions focused finance services aligned to the achievement of the University’s Strategy, providing high‑quality technical support through insightful analysis and issue resolution and continuously improve processes and procedures to support efficient and effective operations within a strong internal control environment.

You will support and develop enhanced liaison between the finance team and the wider University Services directorate teams ensuring accurate, timely, relevant and reliable information allowing delivery of a customer service focus.

Closing date: 17 November 2026

As part of Team UofG you will be a member of a world‑changing, inclusive community, which values ambition, excellence, integrity and curiosity.

As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

• 1 A warm welcoming and engaging organisational culture, where your talents are developed and nurtured, and success is celebrated and shared.
• 2 An excellent employment package with generous terms and conditions including 41 days of leave for full time staff, pension - pension handbook https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/payandpensions/pensions/, benefits and discount packages.
• 3 A flexible approach to working.
• 4 A commitment to support your health and wellbeing, including a free 6‑month UofG Sport membership for all new staff joining the University https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/staff/healthwellbeing/.

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.

We are investing in our organisation, and we will invest in you too. Please visit our website https://www.gla.ac.uk/explore/jobs/ for more information.

Essential requirements

Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and ExperienceKnowledge and QualificationsEssential:A1 Ability to demonstrate the competencies required to undertake the duties associated with this level of post having acquired the necessary knowledge and skills in a similar or number of different roles. Or, Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework level 9, (Ordinary Degree, Scottish Vocational Qualification level 4), or equivalent (including professional accreditation with relevant formal training), and experience of personal development in a similar or related role(s).A2 Qualified or working towards qualification with a recognised CCAB accounting professional body.A3 Strong evidence of continuing professional development relevant to the role.A4 Detailed operational knowledge of business processes, management information systems and value drivers of management accounting.A5 A sound understanding of Inland Revenue VAT requirements.A6 Thorough understanding of budgeting and strategic planning within a large complex environment.A7 Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.Desirable:B1 Knowledge of financial governance and regulation in the HE sector.B2 Post‑graduate qualification in a relevant discipline.SkillsEssential:C1 Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to prepare and present financial management reports and commentary.C2 Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective working relationships at all levels and with the confidence and capability to challenge assumptions and practices.C3 Demonstrable customer service skills with the ability to evidence a strategic solution focused approach that is adaptable to the needs of the customer and the continued success of the department.C4 Self‑motivated with the ability to effectively plan, prioritise and organise workload in response to business needs, working effectively under pressure to ensure that competing deadlines are met.C5 Logical and analytical thinker with astute decision‑making, problem solving and conflict resolution skills.C6 Excellent IT skills with the ability to develop and enhance computerised management systems, analyse and manipulate data and present meaningful management information using a range of industry standard and accounting software.C7 An ability to demystify complex financial concepts for non‑financial colleagues.ExperienceEssential:E1 Significant experience in a similar or related role(s) within a large and complex financial environment.E2 Extensive experience of working with non‑financial managers to drive improvements in financial analysis leading to additional insight and improved decision‑making.E3 Experience of supporting the preparation of business cases with non‑financial professionals.E4 Extensive experience of operating at a senior finance level, with a track record of success in influencing senior management.E5 Demonstrable experience of presenting and explaining financial data to both financial and non‑financial colleagues such that it is fully understood.E6 Experience of successfully leading continuous financial process improvement and change with demonstrable operational and financial efficiencies delivered.

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