• Position: Finance Administrator
• Location: Benbecula
• Starting salary: £26,778 per annum. Potential salary progression to £29,257
per annum. Excellent pension and benefits package.
• Contract/hours: Permanent, full-time, 35 hours per week
The role
We have an exciting opportunity for someone with strong administrative and IT skills who likes working with people, systems and data. This is a full-time, permanent role based in Benbecula.
This post plays a critical role in providing financial administration services to the organisation and supporting the delivery of services to our clients across the Highlands and Islands.
The post holder will have responsibility for processing financial transactions and maintaining accounting records.This will include taking the lead with the checking and processing of client claim submissions.You will also assist with the booking of travel and accommodation for HIE staff.
The person
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive individual to join our Financial Services team. The ideal candidate will bring proven administrative expertise across finance records and ideally will have experience working in an environment with high standards of governance and accountability.
Strong IT skills, particularly in MS Office and finance systems, are essential, along with a willingness to become proficient on internal systems and processes. You’ll be a confident communicator with excellent customer service skills, capable of working independently and collaboratively.
A calm, professional approach under pressure, a commitment to continuous learning, and a genuine interest in economic and community development within the Highlands and Islands are key. Travel to Inverness and other regional locations may be required.
Find out more details by downloading the job description and person specification.
How to apply
To apply for this vacancy, please download and complete the application form and return it to hrhelpdesk@hient.co.uk by Tuesday 10 February.
Download application
If you would like to discuss the role in more detail, please get in touch with Fiona Beaton on 01463 383 104 or Georgia MacRury on 01463 383 190.
Job reference: 1137
Closing date: Tuesday 10 February
Interviews: Thursday 19 February in Benbecula
