Head of Finance Operations (1.0 FTE)

Location: Glasgow, G3 6RQ (hybrid working available)

35 hours per week

The Glasgow School of Art (GSA) is a world leading, independent, university-level institution for the visual creative disciplines. We attract some of the finest academic and creative talent and are committed to creating and sustaining learning and working environments, where difference is respected and the widest possible range of cultural and social perspectives are valued.

Applications are invited for a Head of Finance Operations within the Finance Directorate at The Glasgow School of Art.

This is a key senior leadership role responsible for the strategic and operational delivery of core finance services, including payments, income, payroll support, cash management and expenses as well as operational responsibility for insurance. Reporting to the Deputy Chief Financial Officer, the postholder will lead and develop a high-performing team, driving continuous improvement, robust internal controls and the effective use of digital systems. As a member of the Finance Leadership Team, you will play a central role in shaping a modern, integrated finance function that supports the School’s creative and academic ambitions. Working collaboratively across professional services and academic areas, you will ensure finance operations are efficient, resilient and customer-focused. We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking finance professional with a strong track record of leadership, process improvement and delivering high-quality operational services within a complex organisation

Job description and Benefits: Attached above

Closing date for submission of completed applications: 23:59 (BST) 8^th May 2026

Interviews for this post will take place week commencing 25^th May 2026

For full details and to apply online, please visit: glasali.webitrent.com/glasali_webrecruitment

Right to work in the UK is required. Skilled Worker visa sponsorship may be available, subject to eligibility. Please contact hrservicedesk@gsa.ac.uk as soon as possible for guidance.

If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact HRServicedesk@gsa.ac.uk

The Glasgow School of Art is committed to ensuring equality of opportunity in work and study. We strive to create and maintain an inclusive environment where all students and employees feel safe, understood and valued. Applications are welcomed from candidates regardless of age, disability, sex, ethnic or religious background, gender identity or sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, maternity, caring responsibilities or care experience.

We recognise we do not have the diversity of staff that we want and we particularly welcome and encourage applications from candidates who identify as being from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at The Glasgow School of Art.

To view our Fair Work statement, please click here and to view our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion documents here.

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