Finance Officer

Bbcwildlife; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 15,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive charitable organisation is seeking a Finance Officer to provide essential financial processing and support. Based in Birmingham, the role involves maintaining accurate financial records, managing invoices, and liaising with suppliers. Ideal candidates should be highly organised, detail-oriented, and proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel. This is a permanent position offering flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a busy environment.
• Confident using Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Creation and maintenance of processes and systems in finance.
• Keeping accurate records of financial transactions.
• Raising sales invoices and resolving outstanding issues.
• Liaising with suppliers for cash flow management.
• Managing purchase orders and petty cash.
• Supporting the preparation for annual audits.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Financial processing

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Centre of the Earth, 42 Norman Street, Birmingham, B18 7EP

Salary: £14,736 per annum (22.5 hours/week, pro-rata of £24,570 FTE) – negotiable depending on experience

Hours: 22.5 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Application Deadline: Interviews will be held on a rolling basisPlease note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Right to Work: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We are not a visa-sponsoring organisation.

About the Role

The Finance Officer will work within the Finance Department to provide essential day today financial processing, support and advice. The post-holder will be a key member of the team in keeping accurate and up to date records of the organisations financial activities on both the accounting system & associated files.

You’ll be based at the Wildlife Trust’s Head Office at Centre of the Earth, 42 Norman Street, Birmingham, B18 7EP, with some work at our EcoPark site in Small Heath and occasional travel across the region and nationally.

Key Responsibilities

• Creation and maintenance of processes and systems to ensure the smooth running of the finance function including adding new suppliers and customers to the system
• To be responsible for keeping up to date and accurate records of financial transactions on Excel and the accounting system
• To raise and issue sales invoices, follow up outstanding invoices and resolve any issues.
• To liaise with suppliers and creditors to maintain relationships as part of cash flow management.
• To check and reconcile purchase invoices ready for payment, to investigate and resolve any issues.
• To be responsible for the petty cash system in line with the organisations Financial Procedures.
• To manage the purchase order process ensuring compliance in line with policy.
• To complete regular bank, Petty cash and credit card reconciliations.
• To oversee the credit card processing, ensuring security at all times.
• To ensure all contracts/agreements are central filed and updated on the database.
• To report to statutory bodies such as Entrust
• To support the Director of Finance with the production of finance reports to senior managers on a monthly basis relating to income & expenditure
• To support with the processing of direct debits for membership donations
• To support with ad hoc tasks as the trust requires
• To support the preparation for the annual audit, e.g. stock take reconciliation, fixed asset records, Charity Commission and Companies House checks.
• To run the payroll reports and send to the Director of Finance for review and approval
• Undertake other duties as requested by line manager that contribute to Trust strategies.

About You

• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a busy environment
• Confident using Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook
• Strong communication skills and able to work independently
• Experience in the charity sector is desirable

What We Offer

• A chance to make a real impact in local communities and the natural environment
• A supportive and inclusive team culture
• Flexible working arrangements
• Opportunities for professional development

How to Apply

We are interviewing suitable candidates on a rolling basis, so please submit your application as soon as possible. For more information or to apply, visit our website or contact us directly.

We are committed to ensuring transparent and non-discriminatory recruitment and employment. As a progressive charitable organisation, we champion equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristic.

Birmingham & Black Country Wildlife Trust