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Do you have a genuine enthusiasm for ecology and the environment?
Do you have experience within financial administration?
Are you looking for a new opportunity with a company that not only supports career development and training but also a healthy work life balance through hybrid working and flexible hours?
If yes to all, you could be our new Accounts / Finance Officer (we’re open to all experience ranges!)
Role Info:
Accounts / Finance Officer - Open to All Experience Ranges
Chalgrove, Oxford / Hybrid Working
£32,000 - £40,000 Depending on Experience
Plus Benefits Including Generous Pension, Bonus Scheme, Professional Memberships, Unlimited Annual Leave and more…
Both Full Time and Part Time Considered - Permanent
Hours: 37 Hours Per Week (flexibility on hours is provided if needed)
Company: Ecology by Design is an independent ecology consultancy that provides expert, pragmatic and cost effective ecology surveys, advice and solutions to clients across the UK.
'Great Place to Work' accredited and 2024 Nominees
Pedigree: All our ecologists are members of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management and work to the Institute’s Code of Professional Conduct, British Standard BS42020 and best practice guidelines. The experience across our team is second to none
Your Skills / Background: Finance Admin, Credit Control, Accounting Software, Financial Controls, Financial Reporting, Xero.
About us:
We are an innovative environmental consultancy that specialises in ecology. Our team offers practical solutions utilising cutting-edge science and technology, from simple phase 1 surveys to complex protected species mitigation. We work with a network of highly experienced staff and associates to deliver projects throughout England, Scotland, and Wales.
Our team is selected specifically for each project, bringing together a wide range of experience and specialisms to provide bespoke solutions to each challenge. For us, collaboration is key. We work closely with clients, in-house staff, and specialist contractors to provide comprehensive, cost-effective, and pragmatic solutions. If we cannot solve a problem, we know someone who can.
Since our beginning in January 2015, we have had consistent growth ever since. We strive to employ the best and brightest and reward hard work and dedication. We are a young business looking for ambitious professionals to join us in this exciting period of growth.
Join us in our mission to create a sustainable future for all.
The Accounts / Finance Officer Opportunity:
This is a key role within the business working with our office manager in an important administrative function. You will be excited to join a rapidly growing business and have clear ambition to grow with the business helping shape it as a modern, innovative environmental consultancy. The scope of this role is flexible and will give you an opportunity to shape your place within the business which could develop to more senior roles.
You must live within commuting distance to Chalgrove, Oxfordshire or be willing to relocate. However, many of our staff mix working from home and the office on a flexible basis.
Key Responsibilities:
+ Managing company bank accounts
+ Reconciliation
+ Managing and processing invoices
+ Liaising with external accountants
+ Managing financial relationships with suppliers
+ Processing staff expense claims
+ Credit control
+ Assisting with forecasting
About you:
Essential:
+ A minimum of 2 years’ experience as a financial administrator, or similar
+ Proficiency in accounting software, such as Xero
+ Good IT skills – including use of Microsoft Office (Xero, Word, Excel and Outlook)
+ In-depth knowledge of financial controls and accounting standards
+ Experienced in financial reporting
+ Highly organised with strong attention to detail
+ Able to multitask, juggling several tasks at once
+ Great collaboration and communication skills
Desirable:
+ Demonstrable enthusiasm for the environment
What’s on offer:
+ Apple computer and iPhone
+ Competitive salary
+ Professional memberships paid for
+ Unlimited in-house training and external training budget
+ Colleague awarded bonus scheme
+ Generous pension
+ Unlimited annual leave and flexible approach to work time, balancing a healthy work life balance
New perks are added frequently, reflecting being part of an exciting and innovative young business.
Interested? Apply here for a fast-track path to the Director
Your Previous Experience / Background Might Include:
Finance Admin, Accounting Assistant, Finance Clerk, Accounts Payable Assistant, Accounts Receivable Assistant, Junior Financial Analyst, Billing Assistant, Bookkeeping Assistant, Accounts Assistant, Accounting Manager, Financial Controller, Financial Reporting Manager, Finance Operations Manager.
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If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR