Finance Officer

Pro Talent; Lewes; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing SME in Brighton is seeking a proactive Finance Officer to manage finance operations and support strategic planning. The ideal candidate has relevant experience with Sage 50 and a keen eye for detail. Offering a salary between £32,000 and £38,000, this position provides hybrid working, increased annual leave, and a friendly culture. Make an impact in a supportive environment and apply today.

Benefits

Flexible hours

23.5 days annual leave

Modern office space

Volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience using Sage 50 is essential; exposure to Xero is a plus.
• A hands-on, solutions-focused approach is required.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and authorize payments.
• Manage client collections and monitor aged debt.
• Record and reconcile financial transactions accurately.
• Process payroll and manage statutory deductions.
• Assist with budgeting and financial reporting.
• Prepare VAT returns and contribute to management accounts.
• Conduct internal audits for financial compliance.
• Liaise with teams to provide financial insights.

Skills

Experience using Sage 50

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Ability to multitask

Confidence with international entities

Tools

Sage 50

Xero

Job description

Finance Officer – Brighton (Hybrid) | £32,000 – £38,000 + Benefits

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Officer to join a dynamic and growing SME based in Brighton. This is a permanent position offering a broad and varied finance remit within a collaborative, forward-thinking business environment.

Working closely with senior leadership and international partners, this role plays a key part in supporting daily finance operations and strategic financial planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices, authorise payments, and resolve discrepancies
• Issue client invoices, manage collections, monitor aged debt, and handle billing queries
• Record and reconcile all financial transactions accurately
• Process payroll and manage statutory deductions and benefits (UK payroll is limited, with international payroll handled by local accountants)
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
• Prepare VAT returns and contribute to management accounts
• Conduct internal audits and ensure financial compliance
• Liaise with senior teams and external accountants to provide financial insights and support decision-making

What we’re looking for

• Experience using Sage 50 (essential) and ideally some exposure to Xero (as the business may transition in the future)
• A hands-on, solutions-focused approach and the ability to multitask within a small, busy team
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Confidence working across international entities and with external accounting partners
• Experience in a recruitment or service-based business is a plus, but not essential

What’s on offer

• £32,000 – £38,000 per annum (depending on experience)
• Hybrid working and flexible hours
• 23.5 days annual leave (rising annually up to 29.5 days)
• Modern office space in Brighton, just 5 minutes from the station
• A friendly and inclusive culture with casual dress code
• Volunteering opportunities and a strong people-first ethos

This role is ideal for someone looking to take ownership of a finance function within a supportive, entrepreneurial business. If you’re ready for a new challenge in a varied and impactful role, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today to find out more.