Hours: Full-time (5 days / 37.5 hours per week)
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £28,959.33
Location: Anywhere in the UK
If you are good with numbers, have great attention to detail and enjoy working with different people this could be the role for you! If you would like to help some of the UK’s most amazing wildlife, even better!
We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed individual to join us as Finance Officer. In this role, you will be a vital member of our Finance Team, ensuring the smooth operation of Buglife’s financial systems and processes. Your main focus will be supporting our Conservation Team with internal and external financial management and reporting for their impactful projects.
You will take ownership of key finance and accounting functions, including checking and processing expenses, invoices, and purchase orders, maintaining accurate records, and identifying opportunities to improve processes. You’ll also support the production of management accounts, budgets, grant claims and returns.
We are looking for someone with relevant experience in a financial administration role, strong organisational and IT skills, and a keen eye for detail. Professional accounting qualifications are desirable. Most importantly, you should be a self-motivated team player who is pragmatic, innovative and able to work effectively with limited supervision.
You’ll be joining a passionate and collaborative team dedicated to saving the small things that run the world. If you’re ready to use your financial skills to make a real difference for nature, we want to hear from you!
About Us
Buglife is at the forefront of invertebrate conservation, working tirelessly to prevent the extinction of these vital creatures and the habitats they depend on. This is a truly exciting time to join us as we embark on a new, bold strategy to protect invertebrates.
At Buglife, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, work-life balance, and personal growth, including:
- 23 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, and a paid Christmas shutdown
- Flexible working options
- Supportive and empowering culture
- Investment in learning and development
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for confidential counselling and support
- Thrive Mental Health Wellbeing App
- Wellbeing Wednesday – a paid half-day off monthly
- EV salary sacrifice scheme for eco-friendly commuting
How to Apply
Join Buglife and be part of a passionate team dedicated to saving the small things that run the world!
A full job description is available to view or download here.
To apply, please submit your CV and a compelling covering letter explaining why you are the ideal candidate for this role via the form below. Don’t miss this chance to be part of our team and contribute to a cause that matters – apply today!
We pride ourselves on our commitment to equality of opportunity for all staff and applicants. Should you require any support to assist you with your application please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected].
Closing date for applications: Thursday 20 June. Online interviews will be held on w/c Monday 8 July.
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Main Image Credit: Dark Green Fritillary (Speyeria aglaja) and Early Bumblebee (Bombus pratorum) © Neil MacIntyre
