Finance Officer - Temporary to Permanent

Michael Page; Leatherhead; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Finance Officer for a not-for-profit organisation near Leatherhead. The role focuses on day-to-day financial tasks, ensuring accurate records, and supporting the accounting team with administrative duties.

The ideal candidate has experience in accounting or finance, proficiency with financial software and Excel, and strong attention to detail. Hybrid working and a temporary-to-permanent contract are on offer with a salary up to £32,000.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounting or finance, ideally in the not-for-profit sector.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of financial regulations and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records, including invoices and receipts.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Reconcile bank statements and resolve discrepancies as needed.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Support month-end and year-end financial reporting tasks.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
• Coordinate with external auditors and provide required documentation.
• Assist in improving financial processes and systems.

Skills

Not-for-profit sector experience

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Independent work

Knowledge of financial regulations

Tools

Financial software

Excel

Job description

A Finance Officer in the not-for-profit sector will focus on managing day-to-day financial tasks to ensure smooth operations and accurate reporting. This role is essential for maintaining financial records and supporting the accounting team with various administrative duties.

Client Details

A not-for-profit organisation based near Leatherhead.

Description

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records, including invoices and receipts.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Reconcile bank statements and resolve discrepancies as needed.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Support month-end and year-end financial reporting tasks.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
• Coordinate with external auditors and provide required documentation.
• Assist in improving financial processes and systems.

Profile

A successful Finance Officer should have:

• Experience in accounting or finance, ideally in the not-for-profit sector.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of financial regulations and best practices.

Job Offer

A salary of up to £32,000 and hybrid working. The role is a temporary to permanent opportunity.