At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage financial operations and support unpaid carers through accurate processing of grants and transactions.
- Company: VOCAL – a carer-led organisation dedicated to supporting unpaid carers in Edinburgh and Midlothian.
- Benefits: Join a supportive team with opportunities for personal growth and development.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with a focus on values and community impact.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of carers while honing your finance skills.
- Qualifications: Relevant finance qualifications and experience with accounts payable, especially using Xero.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
VOCAL – Voice of Carers Across Lothian is a carer-led organisation providing a wide range of services to support unpaid carers across Edinburgh and Midlothian. We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and capable finance professional to join our team and play a key role in the smooth day‑to‑day running of VOCAL’s financial operations.
This is a busy, varied and hands‑on role, managing a variety of transactions across multiple systems with accuracy and attention to detail. You will take ownership of key financial processes, including managing VOCAL’s finance and grants inboxes, processing invoices, expenses and payments in Xero, and reconciling income from a range of sources such as social enterprise activity and donations. You will also play an important role in supporting carers directly through the accurate and timely processing of carer grants.
Other duties include:
- overseeing supplier payments
- bank and credit card reconciliations
- ensuring all transactions are recorded accurately and in line with financial controls
You will work collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation, investigating and resolving queries, and support the Finance Manager with a range of other tasks as required.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will have relevant qualifications and demonstrable accounts payable experience in a similar role, with the ability to manage a varied workload with confidence. You will bring a strong understanding of core accounting principles alongside hands‑on experience of using financial systems—particularly Xero—and Microsoft Office. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential, enabling you to build positive working relationships and respond effectively to queries. You will be equally comfortable working independently and as part of a supportive team, contributing to a collaborative and values‑driven environment.
Finance Officer employer: VOCAL
At VOCAL, we pride ourselves on being a supportive and inclusive employer dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of unpaid carers across Edinburgh and Midlothian. Our collaborative work culture fosters professional growth, offering opportunities for skill development and career advancement while ensuring that our team members feel valued and empowered. Join us in a role where your financial expertise will directly contribute to enhancing the support we provide to our community, all within a dynamic and rewarding environment.
