Argyll and the Isles Coast and Countryside Trust (ACT)
Charity registered in Scotland SC044733
Our mission is to sustainably maintain, enhance and promote the coast and countryside of Argyll and the Isles. Why? Because it is a spectacular part of the world that everyone should be able to enjoy.
Current vacancies
Finance and Operations Assistant/Officer
- Full time
- £24,479 – £29,000
- Hybrid/Remote: Flexible. You can work remotely or from our office at Kilmory, Lochgilphead. A working from home allowance is available for home-based candidates. Candidates should either live in Argyll or be prepared to travel to Argyll reasonably regularly
- Closing 6th July 2026
About the role
This is a key support role sitting at the heart of everything we do, keeping our projects well resourced, organised, and running smoothly. Day-to-day tasks include:
- Monthly payroll preparation
- Processing income and charges using SAGE
- Invoice preparation and credit control
- Purchasing and procurement support
- Expenses processing and travel bookings
- Financial information for grant claims
- Supporting project budget preparation and maintenance
- Bank reconciliation
- General operational support (annual leave, timesheets, etc.)
About you
We're looking for someone with good attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and a flexible, positive approach. You don't need to tick every box, and training can be provided, but ideally you'll bring some of the following:
- Experience managing a purchasing cycle (invoicing, cost estimates, managing creditors)
- Experience with SAGE accounting software
- Payroll experience
- Experience working with grant-funded projects and financial reporting
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
- An understanding of, and enthusiasm for, ACT's work