Finance officers Salary
Median salary £28,610 per year (2025). Based on ONS ASHE data.
Gross pay, before deductions. See take-home pay on £29,000 after tax and National Insurance →
For finance officers, £31,943 is the typical (median) pay. That is below the UK full-time median of £39,039 — -18% versus the national average. Experienced finance officers (top 25%) earn over £35,071.
About this role
Finance officers manage financial administration within organisations, processing payments, maintaining budgets, producing financial reports and ensuring financial systems operate accurately and in compliance with regulations.
Key responsibilities
- Processing invoices, payments and purchase orders
- Monitoring budgets and producing variance reports
- Maintaining financial systems and records
- Preparing financial reports for management
- Supporting audit and year-end processes
Qualifications and entry routes
AAT qualification or equivalent is common. Many roles require degree-level education in finance or accounting. Part-qualified ACCA/CIMA is valued for senior finance officer roles.
Career outlook
Steady demand, particularly in the public sector. Progression to management accountant or financial controller roles is a common career path.
Key skills
Common industries
- Public sector
- NHS
- Education
- Charities
- All commercial sectors
Data coverage
Salary Range (2025)
Estimated Career Progression
Based on salary percentile distribution for this occupation
Entry Level
£14,494
0-2 years
Mid Level
£20,772
3-7 years
Senior
£35,071
8-15 years
Potential career growth: ▲ +142% from entry to leadership
Salary Trend (2015-2025)
Gender Pay Comparison (2025)
Gender pay gap: 11.6%
Full-time vs All Employees (2025)
Full-time premium: +£3,333
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Figures: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings, gross annual pay. UK full-time median £39,039 (2025).