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Posted 21 July, 2026

Temporary Finance Officer - 6 months

Butler Rose
Lancaster, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Finance Officer (6-Month Fixed-Term Contract)

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Salary: £28,000 to £38,000 (dependent on experience)Contract: Fixed-Term, 6 Months

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Location: LancasterHours: Full-Time

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We are seeking a proactive and organised Finance Officer to join an established team on a 6-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong finance administration skills who enjoys working in a varied, hands-on role within a supportive environment.

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This position is ideal for someone who has achieved AAT Level 2 (or equivalent) and has experience in day-to-day finance operations. The role focuses on transactional finance and does not include management accounts or profit and loss reporting.

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Key Responsibilities

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  • Processing purchase invoices accurately and efficiently
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  • Raising and processing sales invoices
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  • Data entry and maintaining accurate financial records using Scribe accounting software
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  • Basic bookkeeping and reconciliation tasks
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  • Managing petty cash
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  • Processing payroll and maintaining payroll records
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  • Assisting with general finance administration as required
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  • Ensuring financial records are accurate and up to date
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About You

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You will have:

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  • AAT Level 2 qualification (minimum)
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  • Previous experience in a finance or accounts administration role
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  • Good bookkeeping knowledge and strong numerical skills
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  • Experience with invoice processing and financial data entry
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  • Payroll processing experience
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  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
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  • Good organisational and communication skills
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  • Confidence using accounting software (experience with Scribe is desirable but not essential, as training can be provided)
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  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
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What We Offer

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  • Salary of £28,000 to £38,000, depending on experience
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  • A supportive and friendly working environment
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  • A varied role with responsibility from day one
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  • The opportunity to make an immediate impact during a six-month contract
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If you are an organised finance professional looking for your next opportunity and enjoy working in a busy finance function, we'd love to hear from you.

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Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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