Finance & People Officer

Our client is seeking an experienced and proactive Finance & People Officer to join their Edinburgh-based team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys variety and wants to play a key role in supporting both the financial and people functions of a well-established organisation. The role is approximately 60% finance and 40% HR, making it particularly attractive to candidates with a strong finance background who are interested in developing their HR knowledge and experience. 


Working closely with senior leadership, you'll help ensure the smooth running of day-to-day finance, payroll, HR administration and operational processes. 

Key ResponsibilitiesFinance & Payroll

• Processing financial transactions and maintaining accurate accounting records.
  
  
• Finance coding and nominal ledger management.
  
  
• Assisting with the preparation of management accounts.
  
  
• Supporting payroll administration and liaising with payroll providers.
  
  
• Processing invoices, expenses and reconciliations.
  
  
• Supporting budgeting and financial reporting activities.
  
  
• Assisting with audits and year-end processes.
  
  
• Producing financial reports and management information. 
  
  

HR & People Support

• Supporting employee onboarding and offboarding processes.
  
  
• Maintaining accurate HR records and systems.
  
  
• Providing first-line HR administrative support.
  
  
• Assisting with recruitment and interview coordination.
  
  
• Supporting employee lifecycle administration.
  
  
• Maintaining HR documentation, policies and procedures.
  
  
• Assisting with employee relations and wider people projects.
  
  

About YouWe're looking for a true all-rounder who is highly organised, proactive and capable of managing multiple priorities.

You'll ideally bring:

Essential

• Previous experience within finance, accounts, payroll or operational administration.
  
  
• Strong Microsoft Excel and general IT skills.
  
  
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability.
  
  
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
  
  
• A proactive approach and willingness to take ownership of tasks. 
  
  

Desirable

• Experience using Sage, Xero, or similar accounting software.
  
  
• Payroll processing experience.
  
  
• Finance coding and nominal ledger experience.
  
  
• Experience supporting the production of management accounts.
  
  
• Knowledge of HR administration and employee lifecycle processes.
  
  
• Understanding of HR policies and employment procedures.
  
  
• Experience supporting recruitment activities.
  
  
• Knowledge or interest in Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI).
  
  
• Experience gained within the charity, public sector, membership, or not-for-profit environment.
  
  

QualificationsWhile not essential, applications are particularly welcomed from candidates who are:

• CIPD qualified or currently studying towards a HR qualification.
  
  
• AAT qualified, part-qualified accountant, or studying towards an accounting qualification.
  
  
• Looking to broaden their experience across both finance and HR disciplines. 
  
  

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary of £31,500.
  
  
• Permanent, full-time opportunity.
  
  
• Hybrid working arrangement.
  
  
• Opportunity to gain hands-on HR experience alongside financial responsibility.
  
  
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
  
  
• Genuine career development opportunities.
  
  
• Meaningful role within an organisation that positively impacts communities across Scotland.