Finance Officer

Help us as we inspire children. Off the Page Ltd. seeks a finance officer to manage the company’s finances and advise us as we prepare for the future.

Founded in Cambridge in 1996, Off the Page provides in-school and virtual workshops in history, science and other topics for primary school children.

The company seeks a finance officer to work 2-3 days per week. They will be based primarily at our Dry Drayton office, although this could be combined with working from home. Responsibilities include:

• managing day-to-day company accounts via Xero
• paying invoices and processing expenses
• credit card analysis and reconciliation
• reconciling the bank account
• managing pensions
• preparing payroll
• advising on company finances
• assembling end-of-year accounts for accountants
• preparing and submitting the annual VAT return
• producing the annual budget

Successful candidates must be qualified level 4 AAT/ACA/ACCA or equivalent. They must also be highly organised and have excellent communication skills. A minimum of two years’ bookkeeping experience at a UK firm is essential. Knowledge of accounting software (Xero, Sage, Excel, etc.) is required. Experience with grant applications is a plus.

Off the Page is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. It expects all staff to share this commitment.

We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups, including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

Starting salary is £25,700 to £31,000 pro rata, which includes a non-contributory pension scheme.

To Apply:

Please address your cover letter with your CV to Managing Director Llewela Selfridge.

Deadline for Applications: Friday 29th November 2024

Interviews to take place: TBD in December 2024