Job Description

Cross Resourcing is delighted to be supporting our client, a leading Scottish charity, with the recruitment of a Finance Officer . (Part - time)
This is a newly created role, designed to provide key financial support to the Business & Finance Manager and contribute to the ongoing development of financial and accounting processes across the organisation.
This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional with strong technical ability and a collaborative approach to join a mission-driven organisation that makes a real impact in the community.
What You'll Do

• Take ownership of day-to-day bookkeeping using QuickBooks, including issuing invoices and tracking payments
• Compile and analyse financial data for journal entries and general ledger maintenance, producing accurate monthly reconciliations and reports
• Support audit preparation, working closely with the Business & Finance Manager to supply relevant data and reports to internal and external auditors
• Assist in preparing quarterly financial reports, including variance analysis and project-specific updates for the Board and Senior Management
• Monitor expenditure, reconcile bank accounts, oversee petty cash and process journal entries
• Ensure financial transactions comply with organisational policies and financial regulations
• Liaise with team leads and fundraisers to create and manage budgets for various projects and funding streams
• Prepare and submit returns and reports to HMRC and other regulatory bodies
• Collaborate with HR on payroll and pension processing, including onboarding, salary adjustments, payslip generation, and leaver documentation
• Process daily payments and receipts, ensuring timely reconciliations and accurate financial reporting
• Manage the credit control process, including the preparation of debtor reports and updates to the Business & Finance Manager
• Assist in identifying and mitigating financial risks and contribute to governance and compliance activities

What You'll Need

• A professional finance qualification (or part-qualified), such as CIMA, ACCA, CIPFA, CA, AAT, or a relevant finance degree
• Knowledge of the charity and voluntary sector, including Local Authority and Scottish Government funding frameworks
• Understanding of current finance and fundraising practices, with knowledge of VAT regulations
• Proficiency in QuickBooks (or other accounting software)
• Previous experience working within the voluntary or third sector environment is highly desirable
• Strong IT skills and ability to communicate financial information clearly across departments and to external stakeholders

What you'll receive

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working model
• Part - time 24 to 26 hours (to be worked over a minimum of three days)

What's next?
Contact Susan for more info or apply via the link below.
Equal Opportunities
Cross Resourcing is committed to equal opportunities regardless of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief and age.