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The Finance Officer is responsible for managing income-related processes, including invoicing, contract management, credit control, and financial reporting, to ensure accurate and timely revenue recognition. This role involves close collaboration with internal stakeholders to drive continuous improvement and maintain financial accuracy.
Client Details
This large organisation operates within the not-for-profit sector, dedicated to making a positive impact on society. With a broad reach across the UK, they are known for their commitment to excellent service delivery and their firm belief in empowering their employees to thrive in their roles.
Description
- Create precise sales invoices by gathering and verifying data according to invoicing schedules.
- Match recorded support hours with contract terms to ensure accurate billing.
- Collaborate with Locality Managers weekly to confirm hours of support provided for correct invoicing.
- Address and resolve billing and payment issues with Local Authorities and internal stakeholders.
- Maintain high accuracy of contract information within the management system.
- Utilise digital tools like Microsoft Excel and SharePoint to enhance finance process efficiency.
- Contribute to the documentation and ongoing improvement of income operation procedures.
- Perform credit control tasks in line with organisational policies to ensure timely debt collection.
- Keep the sales ledger's outstanding days to an average of 25 days.
- Accurately allocate and match incoming payments to minimise discrepancies.
- Complete month-end closing tasks within 2 working days to support accurate financial reporting.
- Assist in preparing monthly and year-end financial reports by providing precise income-related data.
Profile
The successful Finance Officer should have:
- AAT qualifications are preferable, or similar.
- Proven experience in a finance role within a not-for-profit organisation
- Strong knowledge of financial regulations and legislation
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
- Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
- A strategic mindset and problem-solving skills
Job Offer
- An hourly rate up to £16.41 + holiday
- A supportive and inclusive work culture
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the not-for-profit sector
- A temporary role with the possibility of becoming permanent
- Excellent holiday leave
- study support if you go permanent
This role offers a unique opportunity to join a large, impactful organisation. If you're ready to utilise your finance skills to make a difference in the not-for-profit sector in Bristol, we encourage you to apply.
