Finance Officer (Fixed Term)

Job Description

Glasgow Life is looking for a finance officer to join us on a full time, fixed term contract up to 30th September . 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 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 :

You can read the full person specification for this role under the ‘