Finance Officer

Do you thrive in fast-paced finance teams with hands-on responsibilities?Do you have strong accounts payable experience and a knack for problem-solving in complex, manual systems?Are you immediately available and ready to make an impact in a vital public sector organisation?

Robertson Bell is working with a well-regarded local authority-backed housing provider to recruit a Senior Finance Officer on a permanent basis. This role sits within a collaborative finance team and provides essential support to ensure the smooth running of the Accounts Payable function.

• Processing high volumes of invoices (100–200 per week)

• Performing supplier account reconciliations and resolving discrepancies

• Assisting with bank payments, including manual payments when required

• Dealing with internal and external queries from suppliers and departments

• Maintaining oversight of AP processes and ensuring deadlines are met

• Providing day-to-day support and guidance to the Accounts Payable team

• Delegating tasks effectively across the team and monitoring workflow

• Supporting training and onboarding of new or junior team members

• Ensuring timely processing of payroll-related tasks, including claim forms

• Supporting finance-related checks and reports for payroll

• Assisting with upcoming systems transitions and process improvements

• Immediate start in a respected, mission-driven organisation

• Supportive, friendly finance team with clear responsibilities

• Hybrid working with two in-office days per week (Tuesdays & Wednesdays)

• Gain valuable exposure to both operational and leadership elements of AP

• 2–3 years’ experience in accounts payable, ideally in a complex, manual environment

• Comfortable with legacy finance systems (e.g. Integra) or willing to learn new platforms

• Strong understanding of AP processes including invoicing, reconciliations, and query resolution

• Confident managing deadlines and balancing a varied workload

• Proactive, adaptable, and eager to take on new challenges

• Resilient under pressure and able to support colleagues with guidance when needed

• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach

This is a great opportunity for someone with solid AP experience who’s ready to step up into a more senior and supportive role, while helping drive operational excellence in a highly valued public service organisation.

Interviews will be conducted via Teams. If you’re ready to bring your skills to a meaningful, well-run finance team, apply now or contact Robertson Bell for more details.