Job Description

Finance and Administration Officer

Corporate Services

Quality Meat Scotland

Do you have a strong eye for detail and a head for figures? Are you experienced in payroll, VAT returns, and financial reporting--and looking for your next challenge?

If you've answered 'yes,' then Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) could have the perfect role for you!

QMS is the Scottish Red Meat Levy body. We work with the Scottish red meat industry to help make Scotland THE Choice for Premium Red Meat.

We are currently seeking a Finance & Administration Officer to join our Corporate Services team. This is a key role responsible for leading on our financial processing, including payroll, sales ledger management, and statutory financial reporting. Alongside this, the role provides high-level administrative support and helps ensure smooth office operations and cross-cover for essential tasks.

No two days are the same. One day you might be running monthly payroll or preparing VAT returns; the next, you could be proofreading key reports or supporting the onboarding of a new colleague. You'll also support procurement oversight and help coordinate with our external IT partners.

You'll work closely with the Head of Corporate Services and the wider team in a collaborative and professional environment, with opportunities to contribute to continual improvements across systems and processes.

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.

Full job description available on request: applications@qmscotland.co.uk.

To apply for this role

:
Please submit your CV and a covering letter explaining why you're a strong fit for the role.

Email

: applications@qmscotland.co.uk

Closing date

: 12pm on Monday 11th August 2025

Benefits:

Company pension

Schedule:

Monday - Friday

Experience:

AAT, HNC/HND or equivalent finance qualification 3 years' experience in a finance role covering sales ledger, payroll and reporting
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 30,551.00 per year

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

Do you hold a minimum of 3 years' experience in a finance role covering sales ledger, payroll and reporting?
Licence/Certification:

AAT, HNC/HND or equivalent finance qualification (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Edinburgh EH12 9DQ