Finance Assistant
Location: Coventry | Salary: £13.10 per hour (PAYE) | Hours: 18.5 per week
Working Pattern: Flexible across 3 days per week, 9:00am–3:40pm (incl. a 30‑minute unpaid lunch break)
We are seeking an organised and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to support the day‑to‑day financial administration of a busy charitable organisation. This is an excellent part‑time role for someone with finance experience who wants a flexible schedule while contributing to services that support vulnerable individuals.
Key Responsibilities
* Verify expense claims and ensure supporting documentation is complete and accurate.
* Process cash and cheque payment requests in accordance with financial procedures.
* Assist with maintaining cash logs and recording income.
* Support rent‑collection processes and communicate with stakeholders regarding outstanding payments.
* Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems.
* Assist with treasury and banking transactions, ensuring documentation is complete and compliant.
* Prepare and support monthly bank reconciliations.
* Update rent schedules and accommodation occupancy records.
* Input financial data into accounting systems to support monthly management accounts.
* Produce financial reports as required.
* Ensure financial records are maintained in line with organisational policies and procedures.
* Attend finance meetings and contribute to the smooth running of the finance function.
About You
* A degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a relevant qualification such as AAT.
* Previous experience using accounting software such as Sage, QuickBooks or similar systems.
* Strong understanding of financial administration and internal controls.
* Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
* Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as collaboratively within a team.
Desirable
* Fluency in one or more community languages.
* Experience working within the charity, voluntary or community sector.
* Experience supporting vulnerable individuals or community‑based services.
Personal Qualities
* Reliable, professional and trustworthy.
* Committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.
* Passionate about supporting services that improve peoples lives.
* Able to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
* Proactive, adaptable and willing to take initiative.
* Committed to anti‑discriminatory and anti‑racist practice.
Additional Requirements
* Enhanced DBS check.
* Strong commitment to confidentiality and safeguarding principles.
What We Offer
* Flexible working pattern across three days per week.
* Supportive and collaborative working environment.
* Opportunity to develop finance and administrative skills.
* Meaningful work that contributes to vital community services.
The Red Snapper Recruitment Group is an equal opportunities employer.
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