Finance Officer
Location: M32 0PS
Department: Finance
Salary: £26,000 – £29,000 FTE (dependent on experience)
Hours: 936 annualised hours (average 18 hours per week)
Job Type: Part time
Contract Type: Permanent
About Us
Gorse Hill Studios is a dynamic and inclusive charity that empowers young people through creative arts, personal development, and community engagement. We are committed to providing a safe and welcoming space for all, with a focus on reaching those who are often excluded.
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Finance Officer to play a key role in ensuring the financial health and compliance of Gorse Hill Studios. This is a varied and rewarding position, supporting day-to-day financial operations such as payroll, accounts, budgeting, and reporting, as well as contributing to funding applications and strategic planning.
You will work closely with the CEO and leadership team to maintain accurate financial systems, prepare reports for the Board, and support funding compliance across all areas of the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
* Maintain and manage financial systems using QuickBooks.
* Prepare monthly payroll, timesheets, and submissions to HMRC and pension providers.
* Prepare and reconcile monthly management accounts and balance sheets.
* Process all income and expenditure, ensuring correct allocation to restricted and unrestricted funds.
* Assist with annual accounts preparation and liaise with external auditors.
* Collaborate with the leadership team on budgets and forecasting.
* Provide financial data for funding proposals, tenders, and commissions.
* Manage purchasing and obtain quotes for services and resources.
* Process and record payments, banking, and petty cash transactions.
* Maintain and update inventory records.
* Support the continuous improvement of financial procedures and controls.
* Ensure timely and accurate submission of all financial documentation.
* Organisation-Wide Responsibilities
* Uphold Gorse Hill Studios’ core values and commitment to anti-discriminatory practice.
* Ensure services are inclusive and accessible to all young people.
* Follow all legal and internal policies, including safeguarding, data protection, confidentiality, and health & safety.
* Participate actively in team meetings and organisational development.
* Be flexible to work occasional evenings (up to two per week) and weekends.
Skills & Experience
Essential:
* Strong interest in finance and accounting.
* Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
* Ability to manage own workload and meet deadlines.
* Educated to degree level or working towards a relevant accounting qualification.
* Experience processing banking transactions.
Desirable:
* Experience in the charity or not-for-profit sector.
* Experience using QuickBooks or similar accounting systems.
* Knowledge of charity accounting and reporting.
* Experience preparing payroll and HMRC/pension submissions.
Benefits
* Flexible working hours.
* Enrolment in our pension scheme.
* Enhanced holiday allowance.
* Flexible working arrangements.
* Regular team training and supervision.
* Wellbeing support.
* Professional development opportunities in a supportive learning culture.
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