Finance Officer

Alexander Daniels Finance Recruitment is exclusively partnering with a long-established financial services organisation in Birmingham to recruit a Finance Officer. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional who wants to step into a role with genuine progression potential.

One of the standout benefits of this role is the 35-hour working week, combined with true flexibility. Although the position is fully office-based, you can reduce your hours to fit around school times or condense your week into four days. It's a rare blend of stability, work-life balance, and long-term career development.

The Role

You'll become a key part of a small, high-performing finance team, supporting the delivery of accurate financial reporting and smooth day-to-day operations. Your responsibilities will include:

Managing and posting financial transactions across internal systems

Working with detailed investment and income data

Processing payments to customers and external partners

Completing monthly bank reconciliations

Calculating customer withdrawal values

Preparing financial reports to set deadlines

Monitoring commercial performance and P&L activity

Ensuring data accuracy and strong financial controls

Providing excellent service to members and internal stakeholders

Using Excel and accounting software confidently to support analysis

Stepping in for the Finance Manager when required

Essential Requirements

At least 3 years' experience in a finance role

Strong understanding of accounting systems and financial processes

Excellent communication skills written, verbal, and interpersonal

High attention to detail and accuracy

Strong organisational skills and ability to work to deadlines

Advanced Excel capability

A proactive, curious, and commercially minded approach

Ability to thrive in a small, fast-paced team

Desirable: AAT qualification, part-qualified accountant status, or experience within financial services.

Why This Role Stands Out

35-hour week as standard

Option to reduce hours around school commitments

Option to condense hours into a 4-day week

£30,000 - £35,000 salary depending on experience

Permanent role with long-term progression potential

Supportive team and strong leadership

Office-based stability with flexible working patterns