Finance Officer

Established in 1866, the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS) is the world’s only professional body dedicated to the entire aerospace community.

Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks within payroll and accounts receivable/payable.

Key Responsibilities

• Daily management of the SL, including running the interface between the Finance and CRM Systems
• Monitor the Society’s banks accounts and arrange interbank transfers
• Manage month end control account reconciliations; CRM, intercompany and payroll
• Assist the FC with the adjustments, accruals/pre-payments, fixed assets depreciation each month/year end
• Ensure the payroll is updated monthly (via Moorepay), reconcile statutory payments (PAYE etc.).
• Support the FC in providing Monthly Information to the CEO, Trustees and Leadership Team within the Society.
• General administration of PL, including weekly payments runs and input of invoices
• Oversee the payment of expenses to staff/volunteers
• Assist the FC with claiming Gift Aid annually

Experience required

• Must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience working within an accounts/finance department, with a proven track record in a similar role.
• Experience or knowledge of working within a charitable organisation is desirable.
• MS Office competent (knowledge of a CRM system would be advantageous)

Person specification

• Calm under pressure and can work to challenging deadlines
• Highly effective and engaging written and verbal skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy is essential
• Must be able to demonstrate discretion in all dealings with sensitive data
• Uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct in all professional dealings

This is a fantastic hybrid opportunity, offering a blend of home based and office work.

In return for your commitment, we guarantee your development within the role and offer an attractive salary, life assurance, pension, and healthcare scheme.

We value equality and diversity and positively encourage applications from everyone.

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Benefits:

· Life insurance

· Private medical/dental insurance – Simply Health

· Attractive Pension Scheme

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £27,000.00-£29,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Accounting: 2 years (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in London W1J 7BQ