Finance Officer

Royal Society of Wildlife Trusts; Devizes; On-site; GBP 26,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading charity is seeking a part-time Finance Officer to manage financial records and support the finance function. This role involves ensuring accurate reporting and reconciliation of funds, contributing to the charity's financial health. The successful candidate will work 30 hours per week and be part of a dynamic team focused on improving financial processes.

Benefits

Pension contributions

Risk insurance

Annual leave

Staff discounts

Free tea/coffee

Parking

Cycle scheme

Training opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Wellbeing days

Qualifications

• Experience in finance or accounting roles is preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in financial software.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate recording and reconciliation of income and expenditure.
• Focus on Sales Ledger and Bank Reconciliations.
• Support the development and implementation of new finance systems.

Skills

Attention to detail

Financial reporting

Reconciliation

Credit control

Job description

Closing date:

Tuesday 10 June 2025

Salary:

£26,000 FTE (pro-rata)

Contract type:

Permanent / Working hours: Part time

Location:

Wiltshire Wildlife Trust HQ, Wiltshire Wildlife Trust, Elm Tree Court, Long Street, Devizes, Wiltshire, SN10 1NJ

Role Overview:

The Finance Officer plays a key role in ensuring the accurate and efficient recording, reconciliation, and reporting of income and expenditure for the charity. Initially, this role will focus on the Sales Ledger (including Credit Control) and Bank Reconciliations, but will support activity across all areas of the Finance Function.

Contact Details:

If you wish to discuss this opportunity informally, please contact Leanne Marks (Management Accountant) via email.

Job Reference:

WWT-FinOff

Reporting To:

Management Accountant

Hours and Salary:

30 hours per week (22.5 hours considered), Salary: £26,000 FTE (pro-rata)

Location:

Elm Tree Court, Devizes

Organizational Context:

The charity is reviewing and investing in back-office systems to improve processes. The role will be involved in the development and implementation of new ways of working, including a new finance system anticipated in 2025/26.

Safeguarding and Diversity:

Wiltshire Wildlife Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting diversity and inclusion. All staff will receive safeguarding training and must adhere to policies.

Benefits:

Includes pension contributions, risk insurance, annual leave, staff discounts, free tea/coffee, parking, cycle scheme, training opportunities, Employee Assistance Programme, and wellbeing days.

Application Process:

Submit applications via the official form, including a supporting statement addressing the essential and desirable criteria.

Important Notes:

If interest is high, the vacancy may close early. Interviews are scheduled for the afternoon of Monday 16 June 2025. If no invitation is received within three weeks post-closing, consider your application unsuccessful.

Additional Resources:

Full job description and application pack are available for download.