Finance Officer

The Scout Association; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent charitable organization is looking for a Finance Officer to oversee financial transactions, including the processing of invoices and preparing reconciliations. The ideal candidate should possess strong numerical and IT skills, attention to detail, and a methodical approach to work. This role offers a supportive finance team environment and several benefits, including flexible working hours and a double-matched pension scheme.

Benefits

28 days holiday

Flexible working hours

Double-matched pension up to 10%

Generous family leave

Qualifications

• Ability to appreciate confidentiality and discretion.
• Experience with double entry bookkeeping.

Responsibilities

• Record and reconcile all transactional data.
• Process supplier invoices and payments.
• Ensure accurate financial transactions.
• Maintain bookkeeping and manage cash controls.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations.

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Methodical and systematic approach

Clear communication skills

Attention to detail

Strong numerical skills

Excellent IT skills

Education

Higher level AAT qualification

Job description

Job Title: Finance Officer

Salary: £30,040 Band F Level 3 (Inc Market supplement and OLW)

Location: Gilwell Park, London hybrid working with Tues and Wed in the office at Gilwell Park

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: Full-time (35 hours per week)

About The Role:

To be responsible for the recording, reviewing, and reconciliation, processing of all transactional data for the finance team, including processing of supplier invoices, payment requests, expense claims, other payments, sales invoices and receipts. To contribute to the work of the finance team across all disciplines as required.

As the Finance Officer, you will (Key Responsibilities):

• Assist the Transaction Manager in the provision of an excellent customer
• Ensure account receivables and payables activities are performed accurately and timely including procurement duties as required
• Ensure that financial transactions are properly updated and recorded
• Responsible for accurately recording and processing authorised purchase orders, invoices, expense claims, payments, petty cash, and income within the computerised accounting system.
• Preparation of balance sheets reconciliations
• Manage cash controls as well as maintain book keeping

Who we re looking for as our Finance Officer:

• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Methodical and systematic approach to work
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely
• Good attention to detail
• Able to appreciate the need for confidentiality and discretion
• Strong numerical skills
• Excellent IT skills, focussed on providing clearly written material for distribution to various internal stakeholders
• Good understanding of double entry bookkeeping some higher level AAT qualification

Why work for us

You’ll be joining a Finance team that works exceptionally well together collaborative, supportive, and always ready to help each other succeed. This is an exciting time to be part of our journey as we strengthen our business partnering approach and enhance the support we provide to budget holders.

Benefits include:

• 28 days holiday (rising to 32 days after 2 years), plus extra days at Christmas
• Flexible working hours
• Double-matched pension up to 10% of gross salary
• Generous family leave and support as a family-friendly employer

For a full list of our benefits, click .

Closing date for applications: 11:59 pm Sunday 11th January 2026

Interview dates are to be confirmed

Strictly no agencies.

The Scouts is an equal opportunities employer, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. We offer flexible working arrangements to support diverse needs and lifestyles, ensuring that our teams can thrive both professionally and personally. We welcome and encourage applicants from all walks of life, believing that varied perspectives strengthen our innovation and community. Your unique experiences and ideas are essential to our success, and we look forward to hearing from all voices.