Finance Assistant
Full Time
Job Description
- Co-ordinate and enhance appropriate financial and accounting systems to the highest standards in National Office as laid down in the Financial Procedures Manual as approved by the Board of Directors.
- Preparation of annual budgets in conjunction with the Chief Executive, Senior Management and the National Board as laid down in the Financial Procedures Manual.
- Preparation and delivery of Management Accounts for Senior Management; Finance & Audit Committee and for the Board.
- Lead the implementation of SORP financial principles across the organization.
- Oversee and manage monthly accounts payable and receivable activity, including invoicing, payments, bank reconciliations, balance sheet, cash flow management, funder obligations, etc.
- Oversee the preparation of Annual Audited Accounts ensuring compliance with relevant practice codes, guidelines and legislation.
- Management of staff within the finance function of the organization.
- Management of key relationships with service providers supporting the financial function of the organization.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- A qualified accountant, with excellent accountancy skills.
- At least five years post-qualification experience is desirable but not essential.
- Knowledge of tax and accountancy practices
- Excellent IT technical knowledge including software knowledge of Sage50, Salesforce, Realex, and Microsoft Office suite.
- High level of communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire a wide spectrum of supporters and sponsors.
- Ability to take a lead on projects or initiatives with effective negotiation skills.
- Enthusiastic self-starter with a positive attitude and target-driven approach with the ability to work to tight
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