Finance Officer

Finance Officer Merthyr Tydfil Temp-to-Perm £14.35 - £15.35 Per Hour + Holiday Pay DOE Are you an experienced Bookkeeper or Finance Officer looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact? Our client, a growing third-sector organisation based in Merthyr Tydfil, is embarking on an exciting period of growth across the UK. As part of this journey, they are strengthening their in-house finance function and investing in new systems and processes to support the organisation's future. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and technically capable finance professional to join the team on a temp-to-perm basis, supporting the day-to-day finance function while contributing towards process improvements and system automation. Working closely with the Finance Manager, you'll become an integral member of a friendly and supportive team during an exciting period of positive change. Key Responsibilities: • Maintaining accurate financial records using Xero. • Managing the purchase ledger and sales ledger functions. • Preparing and submitting VAT returns. • Performing bank and balance sheet reconciliations. • Assisting with month-end accounting processes. • Producing financial reports and analysing data using Excel. • Maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the integrity of the finance function. • Assisting with finance administration and ensuring documentation is accurate and up to date. • Supporting ongoing improvements to finance processes as the organisation continues to bring more accounting activities in-house. • Assisting with system improvements and automation projects to improve efficiency across the finance function. • Providing wider support to the Finance Manager as required. About You You'll ideally have: • Previous experience within a bookkeeping or finance office role. • Good working knowledge of Xero. • Strong Excel skills. • Experience preparing VAT returns (highly advantageous). • Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to your work. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • The ability to manage your own workload and work independently. • A proactive mindset with an interest in improving systems and processes. What's on Offer • Temp-to-perm opportunity with an immediate start available. • Salary of £28,000 - £30,000, depending on experience. • 37.5-hour working week. • Flexible start and finish times. • Office-based initially, with hybrid working available once established in the role. • Study support towards AAT following successful completion of the temporary period. • Opportunity to join a growing organisation with ambitious plans for the future. • Friendly, collaborative working environment where your ideas and input will be valued. If you're looking for more than just a bookkeeping role and would like to be part of an organisation that's investing in its finance function and future growth, we'd love to hear from you.