Finance Assistant

Finance Assistant

Location:

Coventry | Salary: £13.10 per hour (PAYE) |

Hours:

18.5 per week

Working Pattern:
Flexible across 3 days per week, 9:00am–3:40pm (incl. a 30‑minute unpaid lunch break)

We are seeking an organised and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to support the day‑to‑day financial administration of a busy charitable organisation. This is an excellent part‑time role for someone with finance experience who wants a flexible schedule while contributing to services that support vulnerable individuals.

• Verify expense claims and ensure supporting documentation is complete and accurate.
• Process cash and cheque payment requests in accordance with financial procedures.
• Assist with maintaining cash logs and recording income.
• Support rent‑collection processes and communicate with stakeholders regarding outstanding payments.
• Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems.
• Assist with treasury and banking transactions, ensuring documentation is complete and compliant.
• Prepare and support monthly bank reconciliations.
• Update rent schedules and accommodation occupancy records.
• Input financial data into accounting systems to support monthly management accounts.
• Produce financial reports as required.
• Ensure financial records are maintained in line with organisational policies and procedures.
• Attend finance meetings and contribute to the smooth running of the finance function.

• A degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a relevant qualification such as AAT.
• Previous experience using accounting software such as Sage, Quick Books or similar systems.
• Strong understanding of financial administration and internal controls.
• Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as collaboratively within a team.

• Fluency in one or more community languages.
• Experience working within the charity, voluntary or community sector.
• Experience supporting vulnerable individuals or community‑based services.

• Reliable, professional and trustworthy.
• Committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Passionate about supporting services that improve people's lives.
• Able to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Proactive, adaptable and willing to take initiative.
• Committed to anti‑discriminatory and anti‑racist practice.

• Enhanced DBS check.
• Strong commitment to confidentiality and safeguarding principles.

• Flexible working pattern across three days per week.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunity to develop finance and administrative skills.
• Meaningful work that contributes to vital community services.

The Red Snapper Recruitment Group is an equal opportunities employer.