Finance Officer (12-month maternity cover)

Consortium of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Voluntary and Community Organisations Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An inclusive community organization in London is seeking a Finance Officer for a 12-month maternity cover. This full-time role involves recording transactions, preparing payments, and supporting month-end reporting, requiring A-level education or equivalent in accounting. Candidates must have a good attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines. The position offers a hybrid work model with at least 2 days per week in the Central London office. Interested applicants should send their CV and cover letter as per the application instructions.

Qualifications

• Educated to A-level and/or working towards a relevant accounting qualification.
• Good attention to detail, accurate, organised and systematic.
• Can hit the ground running, bring prior experience to the table and thrive with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Record transactions in our accounting software (Iplicit) and keep financial records accurate and up to date.
• Prepare payments and liaise with banks and payment platforms.
• Support month-end reporting, reconciliations and management accounts.
• Assist with annual audit preparation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Ability to meet deadlines

Finance and accounting enthusiasm

Education

A-level education or relevant accounting qualification

Tools

Iplicit

Job description

Finance Officer (12-month maternity cover)

Job Location

First Floor, Dynamis House, 6-8 Sycamore Street, London, EC1Y 0SW

Job Type

Full‑time, Fixed Term (12 months) – 35 hrs per week, Hybrid/remote with at least 2 days in our Central London office.

Key Details

Hybrid/remote working with at least 2 days per week in Central London
12‑month fixed term contract, 35hrs per week
Role involves recording transactions, preparing payments and supporting month‑end reporting
A‑level education or relevant accounting qualification is required
Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines are essential
Applications without the right to work in the UK will not be accepted
Closing deadline: 11:30 pm on Sunday 11 January 2026

The Role

• Record transactions in our accounting software (Iplicit) and keep financial records accurate and up to date
• Prepare payments and liaise with banks and payment platforms
• Support month‑end reporting, reconciliations and management accounts
• Assist with annual audit preparation
• Work closely with colleagues across Peace Direct to ensure grants and programmes are well supported

About You

• Educated to A‑level and/or working towards a relevant accounting qualification
• Enthusiastic about finance and accounting
• Good attention to detail, accurate, organised and systematic
• Able to meet deadlines and keep finance systems up to date
• Can hit the ground running, bring prior experience to the table and thrive with minimal supervision

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a cover letter via Charity Jobs, detailing relevant experience and why you are interested in the role. You may indicate whether you are applying through the Disability Confident Scheme in your cover letter. We guarantee that those applying through the Scheme and who meet the essential requirements will be invited to interview.

Candidates may also submit a video cover letter (no more than 2 minutes) by emailing a video link via WeTransfer or another file‑sharing tool to [e-mail]. You must choose either a written cover letter or a video cover letter, not both.

Interviews will be held online during the week of 19 January 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be informed if a second interview stage is necessary.

Equal Opportunities Statement

Peace Direct is a diverse and inclusive employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to equality of opportunity regardless of personal identity. We encourage individuals from disadvantaged and under‑represented backgrounds, including BAME, LGBTQ+ and people with disabilities, to apply. Our Disability Confident scheme guarantees an interview to those who meet the essential requirements.

Safeguarding and Induction

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, including criminal record (DBS) checks. The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for understanding and working within the safeguarding policies of the organisation.