We are looking for a passionate and detail-focused Senior Finance Officer to join our Finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys leading others, and wants to make a meaningful impact in a people-focused organisation.
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Role: Senior Finance Officer
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Pay: £38,700
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Hours: 35 hours per week, Permanent
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Location: Swansea – Hybrid
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Driving license and access to a vehicle.
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We DO NOT offer sponsorship
Closing Date: Wednesday 24th June 2026 at 23:59pm
Interview Date: Wednesday 1st July 2026
There will be a practical assessment as part of the interview
About the role
As our Senior Finance Officer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring accurate financial processing and reporting across the organisation. Reporting to the Accountant, you will:
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Overseeing the entry of financial transactions
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Leading and supporting a team of three Finance Assistants
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Contributing to monthly management accounts and preparing financial reports
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Completing balance sheet reconciliations and ensuring prompt transaction processing
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Providing monthly payroll cover
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Preparing VAT and statutory returns
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Delivering Excel-based analysis and financial modelling
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Improving processes and enhancing service delivery
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Working collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation
This role is ideal for a motivated Senior Finance Officer who enjoys taking ownership and delivering high-quality financial work.
About You
You’ll be a people-centred, organised and proactive individual with:
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Experience in financial transaction processing and reporting
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Strong leadership and team-management skills
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Excellent Excel skills and confidence with financial modelling
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Payroll experience including HMRC submissions
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AAT Level 4 or part-qualified accountant status
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A commitment to equality, inclusion and continuous improvement
We welcome previous experience working as:
Finance Officer, Assistant Accountant, Payroll Officer, Accounts Supervisor, Management Accounts Assistant, Team Leader in Finance, or any other role with relevant transferable skills.
If you're ready to step into a rewarding Senior Finance Officer position with real purpose, we’d love to hear from you.
Why join us?
As our Senior Finance Officer, you’ll enjoy a supportive, inclusive workplace and an excellent benefits package:
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28 days annual leave (excluding Bank Holidays), rising to 33 with long service
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Free DBS
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Free Healthcare Cash Plan
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24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
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Eligibility for a Blue Light Card
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Fully funded training and clear career progression
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Life Assurance – 3× salary
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Pension scheme with up to 8% employer match
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Enhanced Sick Pay and Maternity/Paternity pay
If this Senior Finance Officer role sounds like the perfect next step in your career, apply today!
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying to be our Senior Finance Officer, we would love to hear from you.
For an informal discussion and further information about this role, please contact Lauren Pearce on 07570 948982.
Find more information please read the Recruitment Pack which is available to download via the link below and apply by clicking on the 'apply now' tab found on this job vacancy on our website current vacancies.
We are a registered social landlord (RSL) based in Swansea. We were established in 1975 to meet the housing needs of families, older and more vulnerable people. We manage over 2,800 high quality affordable homes, and provide a range of services – including the development of new homes – to people and communities across Swansea, Carmarthenshire, Neath and Port Talbot, Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire.
We are an ambitious and well-established independent housing association. We have strong local roots, a reputation for providing quality homes, and a track record for making a positive difference in our local communities.
Caredig, 43 Walter Road, Swansea SA1 5PN
Telephone: 01792 460192
Email: [email protected]
