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Finance Officer - Lancing
Location: Scout Store, Lancing, West Sussex, BN43 6NZ (Office-based)
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 35 hours per week
Salary: £30,320 per annum, Band D, Level 3, inclusive of a market supplement
About The Role
Join our busy and friendly Finance team where accuracy, teamwork, and adaptability are key. This is a varied role offering hands-on experience across core finance processes, with opportunities to grow and develop.
What You’ll Be Doing
- You’ll support the smooth running of daily finance operations, including banking, payment processing, and reconciliations.
- You’ll also act as a key contact for financial queries and assist with credit control and general financial administration.
Key Responsibilities
- Daily banking and allocation of income
- Preparing BACS payment runs
- Processing expenses, direct debits, and credit cards
- Bank and balance sheet reconciliations
- Supporting accounts receivable, payable, and credit control
- Resolving financial discrepancies and maintaining data accuracy
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What We’re Looking For As Our Finance Officer
- Experience in an accounts or finance role
- Knowledge of accounting systems and Microsoft Office
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Proactive, flexible, and a strong team player
If you're looking to develop your finance career in a supportive, fast-moving team, we’d love to hear from you.
What We Offer As Our Finance Officer
- A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative team environment
- Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities
- 28 days annual leave, rising to 32 days after 2 years, plus additional time off over Christmas
- Flexible working options to suit you, your role, and your team
- A double-matched pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution
- A family-friendly approach, with generous family leave policies
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Closing date for applications
11:59 pm on Monday 10th August 2026.
Interviews
Thursday 27th and Friday 28th August 2026.
Strictly no agencies.
Equal Opportunities Employer
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.
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