Our client is looking for a Finance and Administration Officer

Client Details

A leader in their field

Description

To lead on key financial processes-including payroll, sales ledger management and statutory reporting-while providing advanced administrative and office support. The postholder acts as a member of the Corporate Services team, ensuring robust financial control, smooth office operations and cross-cover for critical tasks.
2. Key Duties & Responsibilities
2.1 Finance
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Sales Ledger Management Raise and process sales invoices, including statutory levy income. Record bank receipts and income from assurance schemes, resolving discrepancies with external bodies (e.g. FIA). Operate credit-control procedures, escalating overdue accounts and customer disputes.
2.
Payroll Complete monthly payroll, ensuring accuracy of salaries, pension and statutory deductions. Maintain confidential payroll records and address staff pay queries promptly. Ensure PAYE, National Insurance and pension deadlines are met.
3.
Financial Accounting & Compliance Prepare and submit VAT returns. Post journals for accruals, prepayments and corrections. Perform monthly bank reconciliations and daily inter-account transfers. Maintain the fixed-asset register. Produce monthly and ad-hoc financial reports for senior management. Support internal and external audit processes, providing schedules and evidence.
4.
Procurement & PO System Oversight Monitor compliance with the procurement policy. Oversee the Purchase Order processes on Business Central , train staff, and review expenditure reports.
2.2 Administration & Office Support
1.
Provide high-level administrative assistance-proof-reading, formatting documents, drafting surveys and reports.
2.
Coordinate IT onboarding for new starters and act as day-to-day liaison with external IT contractors.
3.
Support the Head of Corporate Services with project administration and data collation.
4.
Deliver reception and office cover when required, ensuring seamless front-of-house service.
5.
Drive continual improvement of office systems and processes.
3.

Profile

A candidate with excellent finance and administrative skills

Ideally – AAT, HNC/HND or equivalent finance qualification

Job Offer

This is a permanent, full-time role (35 hours per week, Monday to Friday), based in our office on the outskirts of Edinburgh. We offer hybrid working, with flexibility and a supportive, values-driven culture.
Salary / benefits Band 2 30,551 per annum, including 25 days’ annual leave (plus 11 public holidays) and a generous 10% employer pension contribution.