Finance Officer | Temporary | Glasgow City Centre

£18–£22 per hour | Glasgow City Centre | 35 hours per week

Initial 3-month contract | Potential extension or permanent opportunity

The Opportunity

Morgan Hunt is recruiting a Finance Officer for a well-established housing association in Glasgow. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional seeking their next temporary assignment within the social housing sector. You'll join a supportive finance team, assisting with day-to-day financial operations and ensuring accurate financial records. The position is initially for three months, with potential for extension or a permanent opportunity.

The role is initially office-based, with potential for hybrid working.

Key Responsibilities

As Finance Officer, you'll support a broad range of transactional finance activities, including:

• Purchase and sales ledger: Process invoices, supplier payments, BACS transactions and customer receipts.
• Reconciliations: Complete bank reconciliations, maintain cashbooks and reconcile control accounts.
• Housing income: Process rental income, housing benefit payments and factoring receipts.
• Month-end support: Maintain accurate financial records, resolve queries and assist with reporting deadlines.

About You

Essential:

• Previous experience in a finance or accounts role.
• Practical experience with purchase ledger, sales ledger and bank reconciliations.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and experience using financial systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Desirable:

• Previous experience within a housing association or social housing organisation.
• Experience processing rental income or housing benefit payments.
• An AAT qualification or equivalent accounting experience.

What's on Offer?

• £18–£22 per hour, depending on experience.
• 35-hour working week.
• Initial 3-month temporary contract.
• Potential for extension or a permanent position.
• Office-based initially, with potential for hybrid working.
• Opportunity to develop your experience within social housing finance.

About the Organisation

You'll be joining an established, community-focused housing association committed to providing quality homes and services. The finance team plays an important role in supporting the organisation's day-to-day operations and wider objectives.

How to Apply

If you're an experienced Finance Officer looking for a temporary opportunity in Glasgow, apply today with your updated CV.

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