Strategic Group Finance Controller

University of Edinburgh; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 81,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK university in Edinburgh seeks a Group Financial Controller to ensure compliance and high-quality financial reporting across its entity. The role involves providing strategic leadership and technical advice while managing financial processes and robust internal controls. Applicants should be fully qualified accountants with significant experience and knowledge of ERP systems. Join a vibrant community focused on innovation and excellence in financial management.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous holiday entitlement

Competitive pension schemes

Staff discounts

Family-friendly initiatives

Qualifications

• Desirable to have training in risk management or internal controls.
• Continuing professional development in financial reporting required.
• Ability to interpret complex financial information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Ensure full statutory compliance and high-quality financial reporting.
• Provide authoritative technical accounting advice to stakeholders.
• Design and implement robust financial processes and controls.

Skills

Fully Qualified CCAB accountant

Experience with large ERP systems

Strong knowledge of financial accounting principles

Proven experience of preparing annual financial statements

Deep understanding of internal financial controls

Strong stakeholder management

Strong leadership skills

Education

Experience commensurate with seniority of the role

Tools

Oracle

SAP

Workday

Job description

A leading UK university in Edinburgh seeks a Group Financial Controller to ensure compliance and high-quality financial reporting across its entity. The role involves providing strategic leadership and technical advice while managing financial processes and robust internal controls. Applicants should be fully qualified accountants with significant experience and knowledge of ERP systems. Join a vibrant community focused on innovation and excellence in financial management.