Finance Officer

Social Interest Group; London; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A not-for-profit organization is seeking a Cash Management Officer to join their Finance team in Central London. The role involves managing cashflow forecasts and ensuring financial accuracy. Candidates should have experience in cash management and a strong attention to detail. This hybrid position offers flexibility with 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Employer Pension Contribution

Access to discounted tickets for events

Training and Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in cash management and financial integrity.
• Proven skills in managing large volumes of data.
• Comfortable working with systems and teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily banking transactions and reconciliations.
• Support with cash-flow forecasts and credit card reconciliations.
• Assist with audit preparation and ensure compliance.

Skills

Highly organised

Strong attention to detail

Proactive

Effective communicator

Knowledgeable in financial control processes

Experienced in using finance systems

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Cash Management Officer

Location: Central Office based in Islington (10 minute walk from Highbury & Islington and/or Angel stations). Please note that this location does not have step free access.

Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday: 09:00 - 17:00 or 9:30 - 17:30. This is a Hybrid role: 3 days based in our Head Office and 2 days work from home with occasional visits to our various services.

Salary: £30,600

About the role

We're looking for a Cash Management Officer to join our Finance team to drive the delivery and management of our cashflow forecasts to support central and operational teams with their financial budgets and controls to manage and maximise funds. You’ll be part of a collaborative and supportive finance team, helping to improve processes, develop financial tools, and deliver training where needed. Your work will ensure financial accuracy and integrity across the Group and its subsidiaries, enabling our services to run smoothly and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily banking transactions and reconciliations
• Support with weekly cash-flow forecasts and monthly credit card reconciliations
• Maintain and update financial records, petty cash, and reporting templates
• Assist with audit preparation and ensure compliance with SIG policies and legal standards
• Monitor spending trends and provide clear reports and analysis
• Act as a key contact for finance-related enquiries and stakeholder communication

About You

We are looking for someone experienced in cash management, a detail-oriented finance professional who thrives on structure, accuracy, and making meaningful contributions within a purpose-led organisation. You will need to understand the importance of financial integrity in the not-for-profit sector and be passionate about using your skills to support effective service delivery for those who need it most. You are someone who has a positive, can-do attitude to your work and take pride in being highly organised, dependable, and responsive. You’re comfortable working with numbers, systems, and people — and you know how to balance all three effectively in a fast-paced environment.

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality
• Proactive and able to take initiative in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Comfortable balancing independent work with collaborative team efforts
• A confident communicator, able to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels
• Knowledgeable in financial control processes and reporting best practices
• Experienced in using finance systems and managing large volumes of data
• Friendly, approachable, and values-driven — with a passion for supporting others

What we offer

• 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service
• Employer Pension Contribution
• Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card
• Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more
• Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work
• Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans
• Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Annual Staff Awards
• EDI Ambassador programme
• Be part of an organisation which believes good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities.

About Social Interest Group (SIG)

SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change.

Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: Theory of Change. Further details can be found on our website: Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.

Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check; some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below.

For Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email [e-mail] or call our central office on 020 3668 9270 to request a call back. This will take you through to our Central Administration team, who will communicate your enquiry to us and arrange to call you back.

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