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Be part of something bigger.\nWith roles from hospitality to research, there’s a career for everyone at the University of Edinburgh. We can offer opportunities for you to develop in your career and make a real difference in the communities around us while contributing to the world at large.\nThe University of Edinburgh is a world-class organisation. We are a large University covering a wide range of activities. In Professional Services, we support the University’s research and teaching, offering many career and role specialisms.\nWe are seeking colleagues who will embody our values of expertise, community, integrity and collaboration.\nThe Research Grants Team work closely with the University of Edinburgh research and professional service communities, partners and funders, to maximise the research academic colleagues can undertake for the funding they receive. Our expert team delivers financial management and post award administration of the University’s 3,500 research grants.\nWe have an exciting opportunity for a Research Accountant who will play a leading role in the implementation of a financial control environment to drive the project forward and meet the objectives.\nYou will lead a project team focussed on resolving legacy grant reviews, bringing backlog to business as usual levels, providing progress reporting and implementation changes from lessons learned.\nPeople have always been at the heart of our work. Our people are at the centre of the University community and everything we do. We value colleagues with drive, determination and a passion for what they do. We are a place where everyone is welcome and offer a range of policies and benefits designed to support you in building the right meaningful flexibility that works for you.\nDiscover more about working at the University of Edinburgh on ourJobs website .\nA career with us has a range of other benefits that can be tailored to your lifestyle:\nOpportunities to develop new skills and broaden your experience\nExcellent benefits and support\nContributing to the work and purpose of the University. \nThis post is full-time (35 hours per week); however, we are open to considering part-time or flexible working patterns. We are also open to considering requests for hybrid working (on a non-contractual basis) that combines a mix of remote and regular on-campus working.\nView the full job description (opens in a new browser tab)\nHow to apply\nPlease apply with a CV and a supporting statement explaining how you meet the knowledge, skills and experience required, and your motivation for applying for this post.\nAs a valued member of our team, you can expect:\nA competitive salary. \nAn exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work. \nTo be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.\nComprehensive Staff Benefits, including generous annual leave entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, a wide range of staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. 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