Finance Officer – Sage line 50 permanent full time role
A small membership organisation with 12 members of staff are looking to recruit a Finance Officer to work closely with the Director of Finance.
This is a full time permanent role, working very closely with the Director of Finance.
Working within a small but impactful team and the candidate applying for this role will have strong book-keeping experience, VAT partial exemption and very strong using Sage line 50.
Location: Central London
Hours: 35 hours per week
Salary: £34,000 – £37,000 per annum
Hybrid: Three times a week in London
Working very closely with the Head of Finance, your main duties and responsibilities are;
1. Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions
2. Manage pre-paid cards and expenses claims
3. Online banking and setting up payments
4. Bank Reconciliations
5. Assist with the production of monthly management accounts, posting accruals and prepayments
6. Support the production of the year-end accounts and audit
7. VAT partial exemption
Candidates applying for this role must have the following skills and experience;
8. Part-qualified or studying towards (AAT Level 3 or equivalent) or qualified by experience
9. At least 2 years’ experience in the similar role in the non-for-profit sector
10. Knowledge of SORP (desirable)
11. Experience of Sage is mandatory
12. Understanding of VAT (have trading subsidiary that is VAT-registered)
13. Organised and efficient, with the ability to multitask and manage tight deadlines
14. Exceptional attention to detail with high levels of numerical accuracy
15. Very good communication skills, both in writing and verbally
16. Ability to operate effectively in a support role to senior staff and an effective Team player
Benefits offered;
17. Workplace pension from start, with 10% employer contribution, subject to 3% employee contribution.
Candidates shortlisted will be requested to answer three questions as part of the shortlisting process.
The role will be closing on Monday 30th March, 2026 and all CVs will be submitted on Tuesday 31st March, 2026
First stage interview: in person 1st April, 2026
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