Finance Officer

Search Consultancy; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking a Finance Officer for a 5-month temporary position in Fife with hybrid working. The role involves budgeting, reporting, and overseeing a Finance Assistant. Ideal candidates have experience in accounting, strong Excel skills, and the ability to meet deadlines. This position offers a pay rate of circa £18 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience in an accounting environment is crucial.
• Strong Excel skills are required.
• Must be able 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

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

Experience with accounting systems

Education

HNC in Accountancy or equivalent

Job description

Search is 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'll play a key role in supporting financial operations across the organisation. You'll assist with budgeting, reporting, ledger management and provide financial guidance to non-financial managers. You'll also oversee one Finance Assistant and contribute to policy development and team leadership. If you're ready to take on a varied role with real impact, we'd 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:

To apply or find out more, please submit your CV at the earliest opportunity and/or get in touch at [e-mail].

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