Research Financial Administrator
3 weeks ago
**Job Purpose**
To provide high quality post-award research financial administration support to College research support offices and academic research staff, ensuring maximum recovery from funders while adhering to their terms and conditions.
To maintain system data to enable production of information in support of Research Support Office objectives, and University and funder reporting requirements.
**Main Duties and Responsibilities**
- To provide clear advice and guidance on post award financial management of externally funded projects and to ensure the full recovery of all eligible expenditure incurred, based on detailed, up-to-date knowledge of funders' terms and conditions and procedures, and University policy and processes.
- To administer post award financial management of projects, including project set-up, processing of project changes, financial claims and reporting to funders, and project close down procedures, working closely with the College Research Support teams.
- To set up, configure and maintain funding scheme templates, under the direction of the Research Support Advisor.
- To produce timely and accurate periodic and final financial claims, invoices and statements in accordance with funder requirements and contractual agreements to ensure that all eligible expenditure is recovered and work invoiced.
- To monitor and maintain data and actions on the finance and research IT systems to ensure accurate production of claims and statements to funders, and internal and external reporting.
- To process financial transactions to ensure correct allocation of costs to projects.
- To provide an internal control/compliance function by checking project expenditure to ensure compliance with funder and University regulations.
- To collate documentation and provide information to support audit requirements.
- To provide standard reports and management information from University systems, as appropriate, to inform management and academic decision-making.
- To assist with the development, testing and implementation of systems and procedures to ensure the continuous improvement of the Research Management process and service delivery.
- To maintain up-to-date information on the Research Support Office website to support academic and college research support staff.
- To work flexibly across the Research Support Office teams to ensure a proactive response to fluctuations in service demands.
- To administer funder systems on behalf of the University.
- To support the development of communications and organisation of events to provide information and training for the college research support teams and academic research staff.
- To undertake other duties as required in support of efficient management of externally funded research and commercial projects.
**Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience**
**Knowledge/Qualifications**
**Essential**:
A1 Either: Ability to demonstrate the competencies required to undertake the duties associated with this level of post having acquired the necessary knowledge and skills in a similar role. Or: Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework level 7 (Advanced Higher / Scottish Vocational Qualification level 3, Higher National Certificate) or equivalent, and experience of personal development in a similar role. A2 Knowledge of funders or customers and their requirements.
A3 Comprehensive knowledge of financial processes and systems.
A4 An awareness of the higher education research environment.
A5 Knowledge of the interdependencies between different business areas, processes and systems.
**Desirable**:
B1 Detailed knowledge of higher education research processes and environment.
B2 Detailed knowledge of research funders and their requirements.
**Skills**
**Essential**:
C1 Proven interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
C2 Initiative and judgement to resolve problems independently.
C3 Good analytical and problem solving skills.
C4 Excellent attention to detail and ability to work with high degree of numerical and data accuracy.
C5 Excellent IT skills including Excel, Word, and networked systems.
C6 Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
C7 High degree of numerical and data accuracy.
C8 Effective planning, organising and prioritising skills with ability to adapt to changing priorities or requirements.
C9 Strong customer service skills.
C10 Ability to handle pressure and work to tight deadlines in a calm and efficient manner.
C11 Ability to work flexibly and adapt to changing environments.
**Desirable**:
D1 Experience of, and ability to interpret funder requirements.
D2 Web page editing skills.
**Experience**
**Essential**:
E1 Relevant work experience with above qualification, or evidence of progression and development gained through considerable relevant work experience.
E2 Experience of maintaining financial and non-financial data.
E3 Experience of analysing and reconciling complex and large financial data sets.
-
Research Financial Administrator
1 month ago
Glasgow, United Kingdom University of Glasgow Full time**Job Purpose** To provide high quality post-award research financial administration support to College research support offices and academic research staff, ensuring maximum recovery from funders while adhering to their terms and conditions. To maintain system data to enable production of information in support of Research Support Office objectives, and...
-
Financial Planning Administrator
4 weeks ago
Glasgow, United Kingdom MB Fitzgerald Full time**Financial Planning Administrator - Glasgow - Salary Negotiable depending on experience, plus Benefits** MB Fitzgerald Recruitment are currently working with one of Scotland's leading firms of Financial Planners who are looking to recruit an experienced IFA Administrator. The business are well established in the area and are known for providing high...
-
Senior Research Support Administrator
4 weeks ago
Glasgow, United Kingdom University of Glasgow Full time**Job Purpose** To provide research management support across the College of MVLS encompassing pre - and post-award support, with a primary focus on post-award. You will provide proactive support to academic staff and Project Co-ordinators (PCs) in the financial administration of research grants and contracts. **Main Duties and Responsibilities** 1. Provide...
-
Research and Operations Administrator
3 days ago
Glasgow, United Kingdom Harlow Consulting Full timeResearch and Operations Administrator Salary: £25k-£30k pa (pro rata) + excellent benefits Location: Office-based/Hybrid - minimum 3 days per week based at Harrogate office – free parking Job Type: Permanent, Part-Time (25 hours per week) spread over 4/5 days Do you have strong administration and communication skills that you could apply to a...
-
Financial Services Administrator
4 weeks ago
Glasgow, United Kingdom Tenet Full timeSalary: £25,000 per annum Location: Hillington, Glasgow Full-time role Office-Based An excellent opportunity has arisen from within a long-established and reputable financial advice firm for an experienced Financial Services Administrator to join their thriving team. If you enjoy the support side of financial planning, care about the clientexperience,...
-
Glasgow, United Kingdom Meraki Talent Ltd Full timeFinancial Planning Administrator Competitive Salary Permanent Glasgow Meraki Talent is working with an established financial planning/wealth management firm located in Glasgow. They are seeking a skilled and motivated Administrator who ideally has had previous experience working in another financial planning administration role. As an integral part of the...
-
Glasgow, United Kingdom Meraki Talent Ltd Full timeFinancial Planning Administrator Competitive Salary Permanent Glasgow Meraki Talent is working with an established financial planning/wealth management firm located in Glasgow. They are seeking a skilled and motivated Administrator who ideally has had previous experience working in another financial planning administration role. As an integral part of the...
-
Glasgow, United Kingdom Meraki Talent Ltd Full timeCompetitive Salary Permanent Meraki Talent is working with an established financial planning/wealth management firm located in Glasgow. They are seeking a skilled and motivated Administrator who ideally has had previous experience working in another financial planning administration role. As an integral part of the team, you will play a crucial role in...
-
Glasgow, United Kingdom meraki talent ltd Full timeCompetitive Salary Permanent Meraki Talent is working with an established financial planning/wealth management firm located in Glasgow. They are seeking a skilled and motivated Administrator who ideally has had previous experience working in another financial planning administration role. As an integral part of the team, you will play a crucial role in...
-
Glasgow, United Kingdom Ivy Exec Full timeMarket research studies are paid engagements Ivy Exec conducts with clients to get feedback on certain topics. For this study we are looking for decision-makers to explore their experiences and decision-making processes related to corporate credit card programs. Participation requirements: Job titles: Program Administrators, VP of Accounting, EVP of...
-
Financial Administrator
1 month ago
Glasgow, United Kingdom HRC Recruitment Full time_**Financial Administrator**_ - **Glasgow - Hybrid after training **_ - **£25,00-£30,000 DOE**_ We are recruiting a financial administrator to join a large financial services company based in Glasgow. Are you looking for a new challenge within a fast-paced environment that offers excellent training and development opportunities? If so, we may have the...
-
Glasgow, United Kingdom University of Glasgow Full time**Job Purpose** Research support in the College of Arts is comprehensive and covers research development and funding, partnership development, training and support (Arts Lab), knowledge exchange and impact. It also works in close collaboration with researchers through committees, fora and other groups. The role holder will contribute to research support...
-
Financial Support Administrator
1 month ago
Glasgow, United Kingdom Search Consultancy Full time**Financial Administrator (entry level)** **Glasgow** **£18,525 (Initial 6 month FTC)** Do you want to kick start your career in the financial industry? My client in the automotive industry based in the Southside of Glasgow is looking for recent school leavers to join their growing office. No experience is required for this position, as long as you are a...
-
Financial Planning Administrator
1 month ago
Glasgow, United Kingdom mbf. Full time**Financial Planning Administrator - Glasgow - National Wealth Management Organisation - Exceptional remuneration package** MBF. are currently working with a National Wealth Management organisation who are looking to hire an experienced Financial Planning Administrator for their team in Glasgow. The company are a very well known brand with really exciting...
-
Financial Planning Administrator
4 weeks ago
Glasgow, United Kingdom mbf. Full time**Financial Planning Administrator -Glasgow - National Wealth Management Organisation - Exceptional remuneration package** MBF. are currently working with a National Wealth Management organisation who are looking to hire an experienced Financial Planning Administrator for their team in Glasgow. The company are a very well known brand with really exciting...
-
Research Associate
1 month ago
Glasgow, United Kingdom University of Glasgow Full time**Job Purpose** To make a leading contribution to the specific research objectives of the project “Exploring context, factors and approaches to educational exclusions and absences” and the wider research objectives the Children’s Lives and Outcomes strand of the ESRC-funded Scottish Centre for Administrative Data Research (SCADR). The post-holder will...
-
Eu Project Administrator
1 month ago
Glasgow, United Kingdom Page Personnel Finance Full timeWe are currently recruiting EU Project Administrator to support the Project Management Office team and provide administrative and financial support for European funded research projects at the institution. **Client Details** Leading higher education institution that currently runs numerous research projects. **Description** Main duties will include: -...
-
Financial Services Administrator
4 weeks ago
Glasgow, United Kingdom HRC Recruitment Full time_**Team Administrator **_ - **Location: Glasgow - Finnieston **_ - **Salary: £22,000 **_ **Hours - Flexible five days over seven, including weekends.** Are you an administrator ready to take your career to the next level? Our client is one of the UK’s leading motor finance companies who are a different kind of car finance lender - they use a mix of...
-
Administrator - Financial Administrator
1 day ago
Glasgow, United Kingdom Risk Free Recruitment Ltd Full timeFINANCIAL ADMINISTRATOR- Job Description Our national Wealth Management client is growing and is looking to build the team with excellence in their Glasgow office. Primary Tasks: Application Processing * Prepare application forms for many different plan types (investment including IHT plans and offshore products, life including income protection and...
-
Financial Administrator
3 days ago
Glasgow, United Kingdom Risk Free Recruitment Ltd Full timeFINANCIAL ADMINISTRATOR- Job Description Our national Wealth Management client is growing and is looking to build the team with excellence in their Glasgow office. Primary Tasks: Application Processing * Prepare application forms for many different plan types (investment including IHT plans and offshore products, life including income protection and...
