Finance Officer

Confidential; Oxford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Job summary

Confidential, a not-for-profit organisation in Oxford, is seeking a Finance Officer to manage day-to-day financial operations, ensure accurate reporting and support budget management.

You will oversee payments and receipts, maintain records, reconcile bank statements, and assist with financial statements and audits. Excellent Excel skills and knowledge of financial regulations are essential. This is a permanent position in Oxford.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounting or finance roles.
• Strong knowledge of financial processes and regulations.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• An eye for detail and excellent organisational skills.
• The ability to communicate financial information clearly and effectively.
• A relevant qualification in accounting or finance is desirable.
• Experience working for a not-for-profit organisation is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily financial transactions, including payments and receipts.
• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records and reports.
• Reconcile bank statements and ensure compliance with financial policies.
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements and audits.
• Chase outstanding debt over the phone and via email.
• Provide financial advice and insights to support decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations and standards.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure effective financial management.

Skills

Accounting experience

Excel

Attention to detail

Communication

Not-for-profit experience

Education

Accounting qualification

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

As a Finance Officer, you'll play a key role in managing the day-to-day financial operations, ensuring the smooth running of the organisation's accounting processes. This role is based in Oxford and supports the not-for-profit sector with accurate financial reporting and budget management.

Client Details

A not-for-profit organisation located in Oxford.

Description

• Oversee daily financial transactions, including payments and receipts.
• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records and reports.
• Reconcile bank statements and ensure compliance with financial policies.
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements and audits.
• Chase outstanding debt over the phone and via email.
• Provide financial advice and insights to support decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations and standards.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure effective financial management.

Profile

• Experience in accounting or finance roles.
• Strong knowledge of financial processes and regulations.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• An eye for detail and excellent organisational skills.
• The ability to communicate financial information clearly and effectively.
• A relevant qualification in accounting or finance is desirable.
• Experience working for a not-for-profit organisation is desirable.

Job Offer

• Salary between £32,000 and £38,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• Generous benefits package.
• Permanent position in Oxford.

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