Overview

We are currently seeking to recruit an experienced Finance Officer to support the finance team and wider organisation with the implementation of a new finance system. You will have significant experience of working within a finance team, particularly with Purchase and Sales Ledgers. In addition you will be familiar with bank reconciliations and other balance sheet controls.
You will need to be able to communicate clearly and work in an organised manner with excellent attention to detail and good Excel skills. You will be working flexibly within the finance team to support the development of processes for the new finance system. You will also need to be able to deal professionally with external suppliers.

The Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT) is a conservation charity that protects wetlands for wildlife and people. We conserve, restore and create wetlands. We are pioneers in saving wetland wildlife, both in the UK and around the world. At our 10 UK sites around a million visitors a year engage with wetland nature. We work internationally in key global wetland areas, balancing conservation with sustainable livelihoods and influencing national and international conservation policies.

In return for your hard work and dedication you’ll enjoy a wide range of benefits including:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata)
• Contributory pension scheme (conditions apply)
• Life assurance
• Free car parking and secure bike storage areas
• Free entry to all our centres

Location: WWT Slimbridge and Headquarters
Department: Finance
Salary: £20,545 per annum pro rata
Position type: Full Time
Working pattern: 37.5 hours per week 9am – 5.30 Monday to Friday
Fixed term of approx. 6 months.

WWT is an equal opportunities employer and all applications will be considered solely on merit.

Closing date: 4th August 2019
Interview date: 13th August 2019