Finance Officer (Part-Time – 21 Hours per Week)
Location: Epsom
Salary: £15,900
Hours: 21 per week
Contract: Permanent
I’m currently supporting a valued client in their search for an experienced and detail-driven Finance Officer to join their team on a part-time basis (21 hours per week). This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys variety, autonomy, and working as part of a supportive and proactive team.
The role offers a broad mix of responsibilities across reconciliations, reporting, VAT, funding, credit control, and supporting a well established technology scheme. It’s well suited to someone who takes pride in accuracy, enjoys problem-solving, and thrives in a fast paced finance environment.
Key Responsibilities
Reconciliations & Transaction Processing
*Posting and reconciling bank accounts and petty cash within two working days of month end
*Clearing reconciling items promptly
*Posting credit card transactions and filing monthly invoices
Journals & VAT
*Preparing and posting monthly intercompany transfers
*Posting journals to reallocate authorised expenses
*Preparing and submitting monthly VAT returns
*Maintaining VAT summary sheets
Reporting
*Producing monthly trial balances
*Generating aged debtor and creditor reports
*Preparing additional financial reports as required
Funding & Bursary
*Preparing bank imports for bursary payments
*Raising accurate funding invoices
*Recording all funding received
*Supporting bursary, sponsorship, and apprenticeship-related funding processes
Technology Scheme
*Managing timely contribution collection
*Producing income and cost forecasts
*Supporting onboarding and database setup for new joiners
*Assisting with scheme communications
Credit Control
*Chasing overdue debts and escalating where necessary
*Completing off-rolling processes for leavers
Audit & General Finance Support
*Providing information for internal and external audits
*Supporting the Director of Finance & Operations with ad hoc tasks
*Assisting with banking cash
*Taking and submitting monthly gas meter readings
Safeguarding
*Following all relevant safeguarding procedures and promoting high welfare standards
Person Specification
Essential
*Experience in a similar finance role
*High numeracy skills and exceptional attention to detail
*Strong written and verbal communication skills
*Excellent customer service approach
*Honest, reliable, and able to maintain confidentiality
*Strong IT capability, especially within Excel
*Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
*Logical, methodical problem-solver
*Positive, proactive, and team-focused attitude
*Conscientious and flexible
How to Apply
If you’re interested in this part-time Finance Officer opportunity, please send your CV.