Finance Officer

Permanent, Full-time (35 hours per week)

Location:
Edinburgh

Closing date: 31st July 2026

Interview date: TBC

Deaf Action is a Deaf‑led charity, supporting and celebrating Deaf people since 1835. We work with Deaf people across Scotland and the South of England, empowering individuals to achieve their potential and fully participate in society with equality of rights, access and opportunity.

We are seeking a reliable and detail‑oriented Finance Officer to deliver an accurate and timely transactional finance service within our organisation. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will support the efficient and smooth day‑to‑day operations of the Finance team. This is a hands‑on role, ideal for someone who enjoys working collaboratively with colleagues, and taking ownership of efficient finance processes.

• Transactional processing – managing and ensuring timely and accurate processing of financial transactions (accounts payable/ accounts receivable)
• Ensuring all financial entries, reconciliations, and reporting are completed within strict deadlines to support operational continuity
• Maintaining accurate records and upholding data integrity across all financial systems and documentation
• Processing supplier invoices and staff expenses accurately and in line with organisational policies, and preparing payment runs (BACS, FPS)
• Performing monthly reconciliations of accounts and investigating discrepancies
• Entering daily cashbook transactions
• Processing petty cash and credit card transactions
• Working closely with budget holders and the wider finance team to ensure accurate coding, authorisation, and reporting
• Managing the finance inboxes and responding to daily queries
• Assisting with the year end audit as directed
• Processing monthly payroll for up to 100 employees accurately and in line with company policies
• Pension auto‑enrolment administration and submissions
• Maintaining secure and accurate payroll and employee records on Sage 50 Payroll

• Proven experience in an accounts payable or Finance Officer role
• Strong experience in end‑to‑end payroll
• Sage 50 Payroll knowledge
• Competent with finance systems and Microsoft Excel
• Confidence working independently while being a supportive team player
• Professional communication manner
• Experience in a charity or not‑for‑profit setting
• AAT qualified or actively working towards AAT (or equivalent)