Finance Officer

JMF ASSOCIATES; Dartford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A charity organization near Dartford is seeking an experienced Finance Officer to manage financial operations including reporting, payroll, and compliance. In this office-based role, you will supervise day-to-day bookkeeping, ensure accurate payroll administration, and reconcile accounts. The ideal candidate will possess strong double-entry bookkeeping skills, experience in a charity or SME environment, and familiarity with the Sage Line 50 Accounting system. This newly created position offers room for career growth within the organization.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping.
• Experience working for a charity, non-profit, or SMEs.
• First-rate knowledge of the Sage Line 50 Accounting system.
• Payroll administration experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support an Accounts Assistant in day-to-day bookkeeping tasks.
• Reconciling bank and payroll accounts monthly.
• Assist with processing and administration of monthly payroll.

Skills

Double-entry bookkeeping

Sage Line 50 Accounting system

Payroll administration

Job description

An established charity based near Dartford in Kent is seeking an experienced Finance Officer to support the Director of Finance in managing financial operations, including financial reporting, payroll, and compliance. This is a newly created vacancy with the opportunity to progress within the organisation and further your career. Please note this role is office-based.

Responsibilities

Supervise and support an Accounts Assistant in day-to-day bookkeeping tasks, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and reconciliations, ensuring the timely collection of income and accurate recording of financial transactions.

Reconciling bank accounts, payroll accounts, and control accounts monthly.

Update and track Housing Benefit income.

Assist with the processing and administration of monthly payroll, ensuring accuracy and compliance with tax, pension, and employment regulations.

Ensure timely and accurate payroll submissions, including PAYE, National Insurance, pension contributions, and other deductions.

Manage expense reimbursements and ensure compliance with company policies.

Requirements

Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping.

Experience working for a charity, non-profit, or an SME business.

First-rate knowledge of the Sage Line 50 Accounting system.

Payroll administration.

Benefits