Jobs in Little Preston

Working with a respected charity in Leeds, we are recruiting for an experienced Finance Officer on a part time basis for this long term, temporary opportunity. Working closely to support the charities Finance Manager, the successful candidate will ensure accurate record keeping, compliance and regulatory requirements. Maintaining strong financial controls and making informed decisions to support the charity. Working 15-22.5 hours a week in this hybrid role, as a Finance Assistant key duties will include;

Maintain accurate financial records using accounting systems (e.g. Sage, Xero, QuickBooks)
Process purchase invoices, expenses, and supplier payments
Issue sales invoices and monitor income, including grants and donations
Manage petty cash and employee expenses
Support bank reconciliations and monitor cash flow
Work closely with colleagues across the organisation to provide financial guidance
Provide administrative support to the finance function as required
Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts
Support budget monitoring and variance analysis
Prepare financial reports
Maintain appropriate financial controls and procedures
Support the preparation and submission of VAT returns
Assist with funding claims and grant reporting requirements
Support payroll processing
Maintain accurate staff payroll records, pensions, and statutory deductions

This is a great opportunity for an experienced finance assistant to support in this long term, possibly temp to perm opportunity, with flexible working options, the ideal candidate will be;

Experience in a similar finance role
Confident, positive, and friendly approach
Knowledge of financial procedures and controls, bookkeeping practices/procedures
Proficient in MS Office skills including Word, Excel, and Outlook programmes
Working knowledge of MS Dynamics
Experience in credit control/debt collection & online banking
Good working knowledge of Xero or similar accounting package
Experience of composing financial reports, budgets, and forecasts
Experience of Grant Funding
Experience of working in the voluntary sector
Experience of payroll systems
AAT Level 2 (or working towards)

If you are an experienced finance assistant, looking for a part time opportunity please submit your CV for review. Please note if you have not heard from us within 7 days your application was unsuccessful