Details:
- Salary: £19,200 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Richmond
- Date: 5 days ago
Description:
Finance Assistant (Part-Time)
Richmond, South West London
Permanent | Flexible part-time hours
£32,000 FTE
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an organised and proactive Finance Assistant to join a long established and highly respected charitable organisation based in Richmond.
Supporting the Head of Finance, you will assist with the day-to-day finance administration and bookkeeping for the charity, helping to ensure accurate financial records and smooth financial operations across the organisation.
This is a varied and rewarding role within a friendly, community-focused environment supporting older residents across almshouse communities.
The charity is flexible regarding working pattern and can consider candidates looking for:
3 full working days per week, or
4–5 shorter working days
We welcome applications from candidates with experience in:
Finance Assistant
Accounts Assistant
Finance Administrator
Accounts Administrator
Purchase Ledger
Bookkeeping
General finance support roles
Candidates do not need experience in every aspect of the role and training/support will be provided. Experience using Sage or another accounts package is required.
Key Responsibilities
Processing invoices, direct debits and standing orders
Assisting with weekly payments and invoice coding
Reconciling company card statements and staff expenses
Supporting finance administration and record keeping
Assisting with reconciliations and management accounts support
Liaising with suppliers and responding to finance-related queries
Maintaining accurate electronic and paper filing systems
Supporting annual audit preparation
Assisting with administration for board and committee meetings
Providing general administrative support to the finance team
About You
Previous experience within a finance, accounts or bookkeeping role
Good Microsoft Excel and general IT skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Organised and able to manage workload effectively
A professional, reliable and flexible approach
Strong communication skills and willingness to learn
Comfortable working independently and as part of a small team
Desirable
Experience within the charity, housing or not-for-profit sector
Experience using Sage or similar accounting software
AAT qualification or currently studying towards one
This role would suit someone looking for a stable and rewarding position within a supportive organisation that genuinely makes a difference within the local community