Finance Officer

West Midlands, hybrid (2 days in the office after a short probation period), £27,000 – £30,000 plus benefits

Join a small, values-led organisation with a strong public sector connection and a collaborative finance team. This is a hands-on role offering real ownership of transactional finance, where you’ll play a key part in maintaining high-quality financial operations and supporting continuous improvement.

What you’ll do

• Take ownership of end-to-end transactional finance including sales ledger, purchase ledger, cashbook, and credit control
• Manage invoicing, income collection, and debtor management, proactively chasing outstanding payments and resolving queries
• Process bank reconciliations, credit card payments, and BACS runs, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Support the preparation of VAT returns, financial reporting, and audit requirements
• Maintain accurate financial data across accounting and CRM systems, while identifying and implementing process improvements

What you’ll need

• Experience working across transactional finance within an SME or similar hands-on environment
• Working knowledge of accounting systems (e.g. Sage) and experience using CRM systems
• Proven experience with bank reconciliations, payment processing, and credit control activities
• Strong Excel skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• A proactive, self-motivated approach with the ability to work independently and communicate effectively

Benefits and working pattern

• Hybrid working: 2 days in the office after a short probation period
• Flexible working hours (7–3 or 8–4) to support work-life balance
• Salary of £27,000 – £30,000 with structured progression within the grade
• Annual pay review in November, backdated to April
• Supportive, experienced team environment within a stable organisation and modern offices

If you’re looking for a hands-on finance role where you can take ownership, develop your skills, and make a meaningful impact, apply now to be considered.

Interviews taking place on week commencing 13th April.