Finance Officer

Finance Officer  This is an exciting opportunity to join an exciting organisation as Finance Officer, a charity making a real difference in people’s lives.  Position: Finance Officer  Location: London or Manchester/Hybrid  Contract: 6 Months Fixed Term Contract  Hours: Full time 37.5 hours  Salary: £37,340 (ILW) per annum plus Pension and other benefits  Closing Date: Sunday 13th October 2024  About the Role  This role will lead on the day-to-day operation of the accounts receivable, credit control, accounts payable and cash management functions.  You will be required to work closely with the financial controller and other members of the Finance Team to ensure that processing in these areas is complete, accurate and compliant, and supports the timely preparation of management accounts. You will also work with colleagues from across the organisation and key external stakeholders to ensure that income is received, cash is held and monitored following the Charity’s internal financial controls, and all legal and regulatory requirements are complied with.   There will be a need to exercise good leadership and management skills and be able to prioritise and delegate effectively to the Finance Assistants.  Key responsibilities include:  Lead the day to day operations of the sales ledger function   Responsible for ensuring invoices are raised on time and in line with agreements with funders  Responsible for the collection and recording of all non-rental income, in accordance with the charity’s income and internal controls policies  Main point of contact for queries regarding non-rental income sales invoices  Monitor all cash transactions and ensure they are recorded on the Finance system on a timely basis  To lead on the day to day operations of the purchase ledger function  To manage the preparation of the weekly payment run, ensuring that all due items are included  Review nominal ledger activity and post journals for on a timely basis to ensure ledger information is accurate and complete in line with month end timetable  Responsible for the accurate preparation of month end reconciliations for allocated balance sheet codes including Fixed Assets, bank accounts, debtors, accrued and deferred income  About You  You will need to have the following skills and experience:  Part-qualified accountant or extensive and demonstrable experience in a variety of financial roles  Experience in the preparation of accounts to trial balance stage   Credit control experience  Excellent IT skills, and an ability to identify opportunities for efficiencies through automation.  Ability to use initiative, make sound decisions and prioritise effectively to ensure that outcomes are met  A sound knowledge of and commitment to the implementation of financial controls to protect organisational resources  Commitment to working in a manner, which promotes diversity and equality ensuring that everyone is treated with respect and dignity and no one, suffers from discrimination  Commitment to promoting an environment, which has the highest regard for the Health and Safety of others  Personal and professional integrity and a commitment to Depaul values and mission  In return for working here, you will receive:  A comprehensive training package tailored to your needs and role  Flexible working model for suitable roles.  26 days annual leave rising to 30 after five years of service.  Family-friendly leave policies including - maternity, adoption and parental leave and Carers leave.  Auto-enrolment to pension scheme employer from day 1 with employer contribution up to 7% and increasing with service  Employee Assistance Programme and access to the app – 24/7 GP appointments, prescription service, health checks and nutrition advice.  Discount vouchers including gym, retail, food & drink, travel, electricals and more.  Cash benefit plan for you and your partner (living with you) and children under 18 including covering Dental, Optical, Hospital Stays, Scans and More   Death in service (4x Base salary)  Legal Advice line  About the Organisation  Depaul UK delivers a wide range of support and housing services for young people and adults at risk of homelessness. We specialize in the provision of services that prevent homelessness, increase the resilience of those we work with and energise opportunities for employment, education, training and volunteering in the communities we work within. Our organisation reaches from Newcastle to London, Greater Manchester and the South Coast.  You may have experience in areas such as: Finance Officer, AAT, Bookkeeping, Payroll, Finance Assistant, Financial Assistant, Payroll Officer, Payroll Assistant, Bookkeeper, Bookkeeping Assistant, Finance Administration, Finance Admin. #INDNFP PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation