Management Accountant - Finance

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role:

Would you like to play a key role in innovative projects that shape the future of healthcare?

We are looking for someone who is highly motivated to work in a challenging but enjoyable role managing a varied portfolio of projects within the Research and Innovation Directorate.

As a key member of the Directorate Finance Team, you will be responsible for the provision of a professional financial management service to key stakeholders across Health, Academia and Industry.

All roles will be assessed for sponsorship eligibility in line with current Home Office requirements. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) can only issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) where these are met.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• This is a permanent post working full-time hours (36)
• These hours will be worked Monday to Friday
• You will be based at Dykebar Hospital -We are a remote friendly employer supporting office and hybrid working however, regular presence at our Dykebar office is a requirement of this role. We are based on the outskirts of Paisley with free parking and easy access to the motorway network you’ll be part of an inclusive and innovative finance team.

Key responsibilities:

You will be competent in the management of financial information, financial reporting, budgetary control processes and governance arrangements.

Ideally a professionally qualified accountant (or with equivalent work experience) you will be computer literate with excellent communication and organisational skills.

You will have the capacity for analytical and innovative thinking, and a track record of delivering to strict timelines within a dynamic environment.

You will have learning opportunities - build a skill set and gain experiences which are a foundation for an exciting and prosperous career, while also having access to Scotland’s public finance network and the mentoring, training and shadowing prospects that it offers.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• Professional accountancy qualification or equivalent experience
• Significant experience of working within the NHS or equivalent large complex organisation
• Able to effectively plan, prioritise and manage own workload and supervise a team to ensure key deliverables
• Competent in the management of financial information, financial reporting, governance arrangements, budget setting processes and budgetary control processes
• Able to advise finance and non-finance managers on matters relating to their own area, providing detailed guidance and support
• Excellent IT skills with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, together with in-depth, specialist knowledge of financial computer systems
• Supervisory skills
• Capable of dealing diplomatically and successfully engaging with a variety of staff at all levels, both within and outside the NHS
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Effective written and oral communication skills and good presentation skills
• Problem-solving and change management skills

What we offer:

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion, please contact: Paul Kerins Paul.Kerins@nhs.scot

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates

This post may close early due to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.

AI tools like ChatGPT or Copilot can be great for planning and preparing your application, but your answers must be your own.

• Show us the real you: Your application should reflect your skills, experience, and motivations authentically.
• Use AI wisely: It’s fine to use AI for ideas or to check spelling and grammar, but don’t let it write your answers.
• Why this matters: Applications that rely on AI-generated content may be withdrawn. By applying, you confirm your responses are based on your own knowledge and achievements.

Tip: Think of AI as a helper, not a substitute. We want to understand you, not an AI tool.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.

For application portal or log-in issues, please contact the Jobtrain Support Hub in the first instance.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role:

Would you like to play a key role in innovative projects that shape the future of healthcare?

We are looking for someone who is highly motivated to work in a challenging but enjoyable role managing a varied portfolio of projects within the Research and Innovation Directorate.

As a key member of the Directorate Finance Team, you will be responsible for the provision of a professional financial management service to key stakeholders across Health, Academia and Industry.

All roles will be assessed for sponsorship eligibility in line with current Home Office requirements. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) can only issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) where these are met.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• This is a permanent post working full-time hours (36)
• These hours will be worked Monday to Friday
• You will be based at Dykebar Hospital -We are a remote friendly employer supporting office and hybrid working however, regular presence at our Dykebar office is a requirement of this role. We are based on the outskirts of Paisley with free parking and easy access to the motorway network you’ll be part of an inclusive and innovative finance team.

Key responsibilities:

You will be competent in the management of financial information, financial reporting, budgetary control processes and governance arrangements.

Ideally a professionally qualified accountant (or with equivalent work experience) you will be computer literate with excellent communication and organisational skills.

You will have the capacity for analytical and innovative thinking, and a track record of delivering to strict timelines within a dynamic environment.

You will have learning opportunities - build a skill set and gain experiences which are a foundation for an exciting and prosperous career, while also having access to Scotland’s public finance network and the mentoring, training and shadowing prospects that it offers.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• Professional accountancy qualification or equivalent experience
• Significant experience of working within the NHS or equivalent large complex organisation
• Able to effectively plan, prioritise and manage own workload and supervise a team to ensure key deliverables
• Competent in the management of financial information, financial reporting, governance arrangements, budget setting processes and budgetary control processes
• Able to advise finance and non-finance managers on matters relating to their own area, providing detailed guidance and support
• Excellent IT skills with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, together with in-depth, specialist knowledge of financial computer systems
• Supervisory skills
• Capable of dealing diplomatically and successfully engaging with a variety of staff at all levels, both within and outside the NHS
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Effective written and oral communication skills and good presentation skills
• Problem-solving and change management skills

What we offer:

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion, please contact: Paul Kerins Paul.Kerins@nhs.scot

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates

This post may close early due to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.

AI tools like ChatGPT or Copilot can be great for planning and preparing your application, but your answers must be your own.

• Show us the real you: Your application should reflect your skills, experience, and motivations authentically.
• Use AI wisely: It’s fine to use AI for ideas or to check spelling and grammar, but don’t let it write your answers.
• Why this matters: Applications that rely on AI-generated content may be withdrawn. By applying, you confirm your responses are based on your own knowledge and achievements.

Tip: Think of AI as a helper, not a substitute. We want to understand you, not an AI tool.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.

For application portal or log-in issues, please contact the Jobtrain Support Hub in the first instance.