Finance Assistant (Part Time)

This role will be within the small, dedicated Finance team, supporting the Head of Finance with the day-to-day running of financial operations and general finance enquiries.

This role is for 30 hours per week which can be worked across four or five days (Monday to Friday)

Roles & Responsibilities

· Manage the purchase ledger function efficiently and accurately

· Processing of invoices and expenses into the accounting system Xero

· Matching of purchase orders with invoices and requesting of approvals

· Managing payment processes for all suppliers and expenses with supporting documentation

· Maintaining the purchase order log, raising of purchase orders from approval requests

· Communicating with suppliers regarding of invoice queries

· Setting up of new supplier accounts and maintaining existing account details

· Liaising with the Trustees regarding the payments, and agreeing a quarterly payment rota

· Monitoring the monthly progress for all Grants, including reconciliations and preparation of the monthly payments

· Assisting the Head of Finance with the preparation of the monthly management accounts, to include balance sheet reconciliations and journals and other related ad hoc tasks

We are a virtual organisation, and all work from our respective homes, however we meet up weekly on Teams, and meet up at least twice a year (in person) for our team events., Please note we're not responsible for the content of job ads, as they're posted by the recruiter. We'll aim to resolve the reported issue and we'll use your feedback to improve the quality of our ads.

· AAT qualified

· Proven experience as a Purchase Ledger Clerk or similar role

· High attention to detail and ability to work within strict deadlines

· High degree of accuracy and strong numeracy skills

· Excellent time management skills and self-motivated

· Demonstrate ability to manage several tasks at once

· Proactive communication and team-working skills

· Experience of using finance systems on a day to day basis (Xero or similar)

· Experience with all Microsoft applications and databases

The British Gas Energy Trust (BGET) helps families and individuals in England, Scotland and Wales experiencing hardship and who are struggling with energy debts.

You will be joining us at a time where many have been negatively impacted by the cost-of-living crisis and require financial support with their energy bills. You will be joining a collaborative and friendly organisation that is committed to helping individuals facing fuel poverty.

£32,000 per year (pro rata)
Part-time (30 hours over 4 or 5 days)
Permanent

Actively Interviewing, · Excellent salary package

· Working from home with occasional need to travel to team meetings or other events

· Medical cover

· Life insurance

· Pension scheme