Management Accountant

Job title:

Management Accountant

Company

University of the Highlands and Islands

Job description

FinanceThe Finance Directorate is responsible for overseeing the organisation’s financial management and strategy, providing expert advice and professional services to the University Executive Office and to the wider Academic Partnership.The Management Accounts team is a dynamic, fast-paced, department that delivers top-tier financial insights and strategic guidance to key stakeholders. The team plays a crucial role in ensuring the organisation’s financial health is well-managed, and that decision-makers are equipped with the information necessary for strategic planning. This is an exciting opportunity to be at the heart of financial operations, making a direct impact on financial success and supporting growth every step of the way.Management AccountantIn this pivotal role you will provide expert business partnering and financial support to the University. Including financial advice, budget monitoring, and the preparation of effective reports to aid management and strategic decision-making.As the Management Accountant, you will be responsible for analysing and presenting complex financial data simply to non-finance professionals, supporting our strategic objectives. We value innovation and encourage our accountants to bring fresh perspectives to the table collaborating with departments across the organisation.This position offers exceptional opportunities for professional development and growth within the University. You’ll have the chance to work with senior leadership, gain exposure to strategic decision-making, and develop the skills necessary for future advancement in the finance field.A detailed job description and person specification for the post are attached.Applicants with informal questions are encouraged to contact Tim Miles – Finance Manager, by email to tim.miles@uhi.ac.uk.Pay and BenefitsThis role is linked to grade 6 on the UHI payscale.The starting salary for this position will normally be in the range £34,638 to £36,748 per annum. For exceptional candidates a higher salary up to the top of the grade (currently £40,157 per annum) may be available.This post is full time and will involve working 35 hours per week on a working pattern as agreed with your line manager.The workplace pension scheme we provide to workers at grade six and above is the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS). This is a qualifying pension scheme, which means it meets or exceeds the government’s standards. Full information on the scheme can be found atFull-time posts carry a total of 39 days leave per annum (pro rata for part-time posts). It is practice that, with the exception of a Christmas and New Year closure, leave may be taken at any time of year, subject to the requirements of the post and department and with the permission of your line manager.Recruitment ProcessWhen completing the application form please ensure that you clearly evidence how you meet the selection criteria identified on the relevant person specification.The deadline for submitting your application is Sunday 13 April at 11.59pm.Shortlisting will take place the week commencing tbc.Interviews will be held week commencing tbc.If you have any queries regarding our recruitment and selection process, or if you would like to request any reasonable adjustments to either the recruitment process or the prospective job, please contact the as soon as possible.Interviews will be held TBC.

Expected salary

£34638 – 36748 per year

Location

Inverness

Job date

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 06:50:45 GMT

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