Finance Officer

Search; Kirkcaldy; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Finance Officer for a 5-month temporary role based in Kirkcaldy. This position offers hybrid working and is essential in supporting financial operations including budgeting, reporting, and ledger management. Ideal candidates will have accounting experience and strong Excel skills. This role also involves oversight of a Finance Assistant and contributing to policy development.

Qualifications

• Experience working in an accounting environment.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing annual budgets and financial monitoring reports.
• Produce draft accounts and support financial vetting of reports.
• Manage and control the financial ledger system.

Skills

Accounting experience

Excel expertise

Deadline-oriented

Strong communication

Positive attitude

Knowledge of accounting systems

Education

HNC in Accountancy or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Search are supporting the recruitment of a Finance Officer to join our client's Fife office on a 5 month temporary basis with hybrid working. Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will play a key role in supporting financial operations across the organisation. You will assist with budgeting, reporting, ledger management and provide financial guidance to non-financial managers. You will also oversee one Finance Assistant and contribute to policy development and team leadership. If you are ready to take on a varied role with real impact, we would love to hear from you.

Pay Rate: Circa 18 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing annual budgets and financial monitoring reports
• Produce draft accounts and support financial vetting of reports
• Manage and control the financial ledger system, ensuring accurate income and expenditure recording
• Provide financial advice to non-financial budget holders
• Produce statistical and financial returns as required
• Guide and support the Finance Assistant, ensuring compliance with financial policies
• Support the development of financial procedures and internal controls

Skills and experience you'll ideally have

• Experience working in an accounting environment
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Ability to meet deadlines and work independently
• Positive attitude and strong communication skills
• HNC in Accountancy or equivalent
• Experience with accounting systems

To apply or find out more, please submit your CV at the earliest opportunity and/or get in touch at (url removed).

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.