We have an exciting opportunity for a Finance Officer to join our Finance team based at our Scout Store in Lancing. Job Title: Finance Officer Salary: £29,726 per annum, Band D, Level 3, inclusive of a market supplement Location: Scout Store, Lancing, West Sussex, BN15 8UG Contract Type : Permanent Working Hours : 35 About The Role: As the Finance Officer you will be a key contact for all customer service enquiries. You will be responsible for the daily banking process, allocating payments and preparing supplier payment runs. You will also raise bank reconciliations and undertake reconciliation work as specified by the Finance Team leaders. As the Finance Officer, your Key Responsibilities will include: Handle customer enquiries and financial transactions Process payments, expenses, and direct debits accurately and on time Prepare balance sheet and bank reconciliations Work closely with our Customer Service Team and internal Account Handlers What we are looking for in our Finance Officer: Experience in an accounts department Knowledge of computerised accounting systems & Microsoft Office Understanding of basic accounting concepts Attention to detail & high accuracy A proactive and positive attitude ?? Benefits: We are an award-winning Charity of the Year (Charity Times Awards 2022) with over 400 employees across multiple locations across the country. 28 days holiday and going up to 32 days after 2 years' service plus additional days at Christmas Flexible working hours Work in a way that suits you, your role and your department Double matching pension up to 10% of gross salary Family Friendly employer with generous family leave Learning and Development/training opportunities via our internal learning hub For a full list of our benefits click here. Closing date for applications: 23:59pm 12th March 2025 Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis throughout the advertisement period until the position is filled. We reserve the right to close this role early. If you're interested, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. If you're looking for a rewarding role in a supportive and dynamic environment, we'd love to hear from you Strictly no agencies. The Scouts is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. We offer flexible working arrangements to support diverse needs and lifestyles, ensuring that our teams can thrive both professionally and personally. We welcome and encourage applicants from all walks of life, believing that varied perspectives strengthen our innovation and community. Your unique experiences and ideas are essential to our success, and we look forward to hearing from all voices. ADZN1_UKTJ