Finance Officer

CMD Recruitment; Devizes; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a part-time Finance Officer to support the financial operations of a charity in Devizes. The role involves managing bookkeeping, processing payments, and preparing financial reports. Essential qualifications include A-levels and proven experience in managing bookkeeping and payroll. Strong proficiency in financial systems, particularly Xero, is highly desirable. The position offers flexible working arrangements and 28 days of annual leave (pro rata).

Benefits

Free on-site parking

28 days annual leave (pro rata)

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing day-to-day bookkeeping and payroll.
• Confident user of financial systems and online banking.
• Ability to prepare clear and accurate financial and narrative reports.
• Well organised, self-motivated and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Maintain day-to-day bookkeeping using Xero Accounting Software.
• Prepare and issue sales invoices and monitor receipts.
• Prepare monthly cash flow forecasts and management accounts.
• Support fundraising bids with financial data.
• Assist with preparation of statutory accounts.

Skills

Financial systems proficiency

Strong Excel skills

Strong Word skills

Strong Outlook skills

Strong communication skills

Team-working skills

Education

A-levels or equivalent

Tools

Xero Accounting Software

Job description

Finance Officer

Part-Time Permanent

Devizes, Wiltshire

28 hours per week - Working days and hours by agreement

Salary: 28,000 - 33,000 FTE (dependent on experience)

Free on-site parking
Shared office environment
28 days annual leave (pro rata)

I have been requested to recruit a Finance Officer to join our client based in Devizes.

This is a permanent, part-time opportunity for an experienced Finance Officer to support the day-to-day financial operations of the charity and play a key role in the financial management of a large heritage capital project.

The Role

Reporting to the Marketing and Administration Manager and working closely with the Honorary Treasurer, Director, Programme Manager and external accountants, the Finance Officer will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring effective financial control across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Administration & Bookkeeping.
• Maintain day-to-day bookkeeping using Xero Accounting Software.
• Process supplier invoices and payments (BACS / Direct Debit).
• Prepare and issue sales invoices and monitor receipts.
• Record income from retail, donations, grants and online sales.
• Monitor purchase orders and follow up discrepancies.
• Prepare monthly cash flow forecasts and management accounts.
• Liaise with external accountants regarding VAT returns and HMRC submissions.
• Project & Funder Reporting.
• Monitor contractor and consultant payments for a major heritage capital project.
• Track project budgets and expenditure and flag variances.
• Prepare financial reports and drawdown claims for funders.
• Support fundraising bids with financial data.
• Payroll duties, including liaising with external accountants who process payroll.
• Support year-end payroll returns.
• Year-End & Compliance.
• Input annual budgets into the financial system.
• Assist with preparation of statutory accounts in line with Charity SORP.
• Support external audit processes and respond to queries.

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• A-levels or equivalent.
• Proven experience managing day-to-day bookkeeping and payroll.
• Confident user of financial systems and online banking.
• Strong Excel, Word and Outlook skills.
• Ability to prepare clear and accurate financial and narrative reports.
• Well organised, self‑motivated and able to work independently.
• Strong communication and team‑working skills.

Desirable

• Qualified Accounting Technician (MAAT Level 3 or 4).
• Experience using Xero (training available).
• Experience within the charity, heritage or not‑for‑profit sector.
• Knowledge of Charity SORP and statutory reporting.
• Experience supporting National Lottery Heritage Fund projects.

If you are interested in this opportunity and would like to discuss further please do not hesitate to contact Dan Pyle at CMD Recruitment on (phone number removed) and email your CV to