Finance Assistant (Part-Time)

Location: Edinburgh

Salary: £32,385 FTE (pro-rata, 20 hours/week)

Hours: 20 hours per week, over three days (flexible pattern, not necessarily consecutive)

Contract: Permanent, office-based

Are you an experienced finance professional looking for a rewarding part-time role in the heart of Edinburgh? Join a well-established, medium-sized organisation in the health and social care sector, supporting a diverse range of services and projects across the city.

About the Role

This is a key position within a busy finance team, providing vital support to ensure smooth financial operations. You’ll work closely with the Finance Manager and play a central role in grant administration, accounts payable, and month-end processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and process a variety of grant payments, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting.
• Manage accounts payable, including weekly payment runs, supplier invoices, and staff expenses.
• Support month-end tasks such as bank reconciliations, donation coding, and reporting for multiple income streams.
• Maintain accurate records and support the Finance Manager with audit preparation and other finance projects.
• Ensure compliance with organisational policies and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills required

• Proven experience in accounts payable/receivable or a similar finance role.
• Confident with bookkeeping principles; experience with Xero or similar accounting software is highly desirable.
• Strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
• Adaptable, proactive, and able to pick up new systems quickly.
• Charity sector experience is a bonus, but not essential—attitude and adaptability are key.
• PVG/Disclosure check required (cost reimbursed).

On Offer

• Competitive salary
• Annual salary increases (4% this year, 3.5% next year)
• Generous annual leave and public holiday entitlement (pro-rata)
• Enhanced pension scheme, sick pay, and family-friendly benefits
• Cycle to Work scheme and other staff perks
• Supportive, inclusive team culture with opportunities for development

If you’re looking for a meaningful finance role with flexibility and great benefits, we’d love to hear from you! For further information, please feel free to get in touch with Maria Stathopoulou.

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