Financial Controller
Come and join Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU), the University for the Common Good; a vibrant, values-led, multi-cultural, civic University with a global outlook and strong commitment to delivering social innovation and sustainable development in its education and research. Undergoing a period of substantial investment, it is a truly exciting period to be joining the institution with increased investment and growth in this sector. GCU is committed to widening participation and delivering positive outcomes for students. With campuses in Glasgow, London and New York, they have transnational partnerships around the world, supporting more than 22,000 students from 130 countries. The Finance team is a crucial component of such success and provides an essential backbone for smooth operations, staff, and students across campus.
The University Finance team are seeking to appoint a highly competent qualified accountant with strong management experience in complex working environments. The role of Financial Controller will report to and support the Chief Financial Officer to deliver in the area of financial and statutory accounting & reporting. The Financial Controller leads and motivates the Treasury, Payroll, Operational Services (AP & AR) and Procurement teams with 3 direct reports and c.25 staff under them. As a key member of the finance leadership team, they will take responsibility for this remit, providing support to the CFO where necessary and attending finance committee meetings for the board.
The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent) with demonstrable strong technical financial accounting and tax knowledge and experience in preparing consolidated financial statements. You will be commercially sound with experience of working in a large and complex organisation with a strong track record in delivering process and system improvements. Candidates with experience of ERP systems would be ideal. The University is seeking an individual with strong leadership skills, who can build and maintain cross organisational relationships.
We’d love to speak to you further, so if you are interested get in touch with Kate Kennedy or Debbie Shields on 0141 212 7555.
To apply please submit your CV and supporting letter in one document below.
Closing Date: 24th March at 10am
First stage interviews: as candidates are identified
Second stage interviews: Tuesday 4th April, afternoon / Wednesday 5th April, morning (if required)