One of the UK's leading national children’s charities are seeking an enthusiastic Finance Assistant to join their dedicated, experienced and growing team of professionals as they embark on a journey of expansion.
This is a full-time permanent role based in state-of-the-art facilities in Newcastle under Lyme and there is an informal homeworking option available for up to 40% of the week, after passing probation, and subject to work and team requirements.
About the role
As a Finance Assistant you will work within our clients’ established Finance Department, supporting senior management and working closely with colleagues in the Finance Department and wider organisation
The successful applicant will be fully conversant in Bank Reconciliation, Sales Ledger and Credit Control and have a working knowledge of Purchase Ledger. The position will also involve input and reconciliation of income in their CRM system. Duties include:
Daily reconciliation of all Charity bank accounts
Sales Ledger - raising of invoices
Credit Control and resolving any queries
Banking, including cash and cheques
Assist in daily reconciliation of on-site PDQ terminals
Ensuring income is allocated correctly from external sources
Report income to various Charity departments
Inputting of family contributions on internal systems
Matching income and expenditure to children’s accounts
Reconciling donor campaign income
Gift Aid
Supporting the finance team with any administration tasks that may be required
Working knowledge of Purchase Ledger to cover during holidays/sickness
Liaising with suppliers
About the rewards
As Finance Assistant you will work 37.5 hours per week, with an informal homeworking option available up to 40% of the week, subject to work and team requirements. The Charity is an Equal Opportunities Employer, and the role offers a host of superb benefits including:
A salary of up to £27,500 per annum depending on qualifications and experience
27 days annual leave per annum exclusive of Bank Holidays (increasing with length of service)
Charity worker discounts
Recommend a friend scheme
Enhanced annual leave
Occupational sick pay after qualifying period
Award winning purpose-built facilities
Fully equipped kitchens
Indoor and outdoor breakout areas
Chill-out areas
Lockers and Showers
Sensory gardens
Flexible working patterns
Free on-site parking
Employee Assistance Programme
About you
To be successful for the role of Finance Assistant, you will have the following skills and attributes:
Essential Criteria:
Good all round accounting knowledge gained either by qualification or experience
Highly numerate
Good attention to detail
Experience of working within a finance department/team
A positive can-do attitude
Flexible with a willingness to learn other areas of the finance function
Team player
Excellent IT skills such as Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
Desirable Criteria:
Exchequer Accounting Software experience
Raiser’s Edge CRM experience
Experience of working in the Charity/Third Sector would be advantageous
Experience of working in CQC/ISO regulated organisations would also be advantageous
Some flexibility to meet the needs of the business may be required
A general knowledge of Health & Safety regulations would be advantageous
About the Charity
Our client is a national charity and a is a Disability Confident employer, who aims to change people’s lives, change the way society perceives and treats disabled and autistic people and change the way that charities operate, through the provision of child-centred practical and emotional services, passionate campaigning and demonstrating best practice. They believe in a world where disabled and autistic children have the choice, opportunity, dignity and understanding they deserve.
How to Apply
eRecruitSmart is advertising the role of Finance Assistant on behalf of the Hiring Company and to apply, you must reside in and have eligibility to work in the UK.
Please apply with your CV detailing full career and academic history of achievements with associated dates. A full application form will be required prior to interview to comply with Safer Recruitment Practices.
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