Finance, Compliance and Payroll Officer

Kate on Conservation; North Shields; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading conservation organization is seeking a Finance, Compliance and Payroll Officer for a five-year project funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund. The role involves financial management, reporting, and supporting project partners in a high-impact conservation initiative. This is a full-time position with flexible hours, offering a competitive salary and an opportunity to contribute significantly to wildlife recovery efforts.

Qualifications

• Assist in developing financial procedures and reports.
• Manage income and expenditure data.
• Oversee contracts and support project partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead document management and administrative support.
• Handle HR and payroll processing.
• Manage a small community grants scheme.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organised

Tools

Xledger

Job description

We are looking for a detail-oriented and highly organised Finance, Compliance and Payroll Officer to support the exciting five year National Lottery Heritage Funded Red Squirrel Recovery Network (RSRN) Programme.

In this vital role, you will assist the Programme Manager in developing and implementing robust financial procedures, prepare financial reports for funders and partners, and manage income and expenditure data using our accounting system (Xledger) and procedures relating to Restricted Funds as set out in the SORP. You will oversee contracts, support project partners, and help manage a small community grants scheme, including due diligence and grants panel coordination. Additionally, you will lead on document management, provide administrative support, and handle HR and payroll processing for the team. This is a great opportunity to contribute to a high-profile conservation initiative with national impact.

The role is for 35 hours per week on a 5 year contract. NWT operates a flexitime system.

This salary starts at C1: £26,195 per annum.

The deadline for this application is 9.00 on 4 June 2025. An application form and full job pack can be found on our website. Please note CV’s will not be accepted.