Finance Administrator

About the role

Join Forestry England as a Finance Administrator, providing essential financial, administrative, logistical and operational support to the Business Support team. You will work in a dynamic environment focused on managing and protecting the nation’s forests.

Key responsibilities

• Process and monitor financial information using Microsoft Office applications and bespoke finance software.
• Provide administrative, logistical and operational support to district operations.
• Liaise with colleagues, suppliers, customers and the public, collating and disseminating information.
• Cover office reception duties as part of the team.

Required profile

• Experience in finance administration or a related support function.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office

What we offer

• Salary of £26,959 per annum (fixed‑term until 31 March 2029, with possible extension).
• 37‑hour work week.
• Generous pension contribution (average 28.97%) via the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension Scheme.
• 25 days holiday, increasing with service, plus bank holidays.
• Employee benefits scheme (STaR) with discounts on shopping, travel, insurance, gym, and more.
• Free parking at Forestry England sites and free entry to National Arboretums.
• Opportunities for lifelong learning and professional development.