Finance Project Accountant - 2 Posts - (Fixed-Term)

Finance Project Accountant - 2 Posts - (Fixed-Term)

Glasgow Life is seeking a Finance Project Accountant to join our newly created Finance Project team. This is a full-time role over a 3-year fixed term contract until November 2027. As a Project Accountant, you will support and assist the Project Lead in delivering several specialist projects.

Key Projects Include:

1. ERP Project - Implementation of new finance/payroll system
2. PCI Compliance
3. Pay and Grading Structure
4. Retail system upgrade
5. Implementation of IFRS 16 Accounting Standard
6. Revision of Group VAT return following entry into Museums VAT Refund Scheme

About Glasgow Life: Glasgow Life is the charity which inspires people to lead richer, more active lives through culture and sport. 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.

The Role: As a Finance Project Accountant, you'll be an integral part of the team by working across the organisation to deliver 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 Project Accountant, you'll need:

1. CCAB/CIMA Qualified
2. Working knowledge of financial ledger systems
3. Ability to interpret legislative requirements and apply technical issues
4. Established negotiating skills to influence and challenge budget holders
5. Ability to work flexibly to meet tight deadlines and deal with conflicting priorities

Some of our roles are currently piloting hybrid working, with teams working between the office and home. Your line manager will agree these days with you.

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

Important Dates: Closing date 20th of October 2024 and interviews are provisionally scheduled for week commencing 28th of October 2024.

Benefits at Glasgow Life:

1. 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
2. Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
3. Discounted Glasgow Club membership and money off in our museum shops and online store
4. Option to buy extra annual leave
5. Cycle-to-work scheme
6. 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. We're a Disability Confident and Carer Positive employer and invite candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Application Packs can be requested in other formats for example, Large Print, Braille, Audio and other languages. To request an alternative Application Pack please phone 0141 287 1054.