Finance Assistant

Reed Accountancy are delighted to be working with a lovely organisation in Wells who are on the search for a Finance Assistant to join their team. 

This role is ideal for someone with a good financial background who has strong interpersonal skills is looking to make a significant impact in a community focused environment. 

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary financial contact for community partners, offering support and guidance on financial responsibilities.
• Manage the administration of the contribution system, ensuring contributions are collected and properly allocated.
• Provide targeted fundraising support and advise on appropriate accounting treatments.
• Facilitate the submission of financial statements and returns by partners, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
• Visit partners occasionally to provide direct support and build relationships.
• Assist in general financial processes within the Finance Team, including sales ledger management and debtor reconciliations.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Accounting qualification or relevant experience in financial management.
• Strong knowledge of double-entry bookkeeping and bank reconciliations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and capable of learning new accounting software.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly.
• Experience in working collaboratively across teams and building effective relationships.

Benefits:

• Generous pension scheme with a 10% employer contribution.
• 25 days holiday per year, plus bank holidays and additional discretionary days.
• Coverage of reasonable working expenses, including travel.

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.

Thank you