Finance Officer​/Analyst - Volunteer

Volunteer Budget & Grant Officer – Volunteer

The Budget & Grant Officer supports the finance team by tracking grant spending, keeping budget tools accurate, and providing project managers with up‑to‑date financial information. The role ensures accountability, compliance, and effective project delivery within budget.

• Gain hands‑on experience in financial management and grant administration
• Contribute to meaningful community projects
• Develop professional skills in budgeting, finance, and nonprofit management
• Opportunity to network with professionals in the sector

• Experience using Microsoft 365
• Background in accounting, finance, or similar
• Strong numeracy and Excel skills
• Interest in grant funding and financial management
• Ability to work independently

• Experience with budgets or grant management
• Understanding of charity accounting or project finance
• Familiarity with Sage or other finance systems

• Update monthly budget trackers and monitor
• Flag variances and support forecasting with grant timelines
• Maintain grant schedules and track funds
• Provide clear budget updates
• Verify grant‑related invoices and process
• Assist with funder financial reports and maintain logs
• Ensure all expenditure complies with funder rules and internal controls
• Monitor progress, resolve issues, and support grant claims