Finance Assistant

Description:

Your new company

Hays are delighted to be working in partnership with a respected hospice organisation to recruit a Part-Time Finance Assistant for an immediate temporary assignment through to Christmas based on the outskirts of Edinburgh city centre.
This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented finance professional looking for flexible, part-time hours within a rewarding environment where your contribution will support an organisation making a real difference in the local community.

Your new role

Supporting the finance team, you will be responsible for a range of financial administration and cash handling duties, ensuring transactions are processed accurately and efficiently. Your responsibilities will include:

Processing and reconciling cash receipts
Maintaining accurate financial records and spreadsheets
Posting financial transactions using Sage 200
Assisting with banking administration and related paperwork
Updating donor and Gift Aid information within internal systems
Responding to finance-related queries from colleagues across the organisation
Managing incoming and outgoing post
Administering petty cash processes and associated reconciliations
Providing general support to the finance function as required
What you'll need to succeed

To be successful in this role, you will have previous experience within a finance, accounts or administrative support position. You will be a confident communicator with strong organisational skills and the ability to work accurately when dealing with financial information.
You will also demonstrate:

Good IT literacy, including Microsoft Excel
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
A patient, helpful and professional approach
Experience using accounting software, ideally Sage 200, would be advantageousWhat you'll get in return

Immediate start opportunity
Part-time hours of approximately 20-22.5 hours per week.
A supportive and friendly working environment
The opportunity to contribute to a well-respected charitable organisationWhat you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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