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One of the UK's leading national children’s charities are seeking an enthusiastic Finance Assistant... One of the UK's leading national children’s charities are seeking an enthusiastic Finance Assistant to join their dedicated, experienced and growing team of professionals as they embark on a journey of expansion. This is a full-time permanent role based in state-of-the-art facilities in Newcastle under Lyme and there is an informal homeworking option available for up to 40% of the week, after passing probation, and subject to work and team requirements.About the roleAs a Finance Assistant you will work within our clients’ established Finance Department, supporting senior management and working closely with colleagues in the Finance Department and wider organisationThe successful applicant will be fully conversant in Bank Reconciliation, Sales Ledger and Credit Control and have a working knowledge of Purchase Ledger. The position will also involve input and reconciliation of income in their CRM system. Duties include: Daily reconciliation of all Charity bank accountsSales Ledger - raising of invoicesCredit Control and resolving any queriesBanking, including cash and chequesAssist in daily reconciliation of on-site PDQ terminalsEnsuring income is allocated correctly from external sourcesReport income to various Charity departmentsInputting of family contributions on internal systemsMatching income and expenditure to children’s accountsReconciling donor campaign incomeGift AidSupporting the finance team with any administration tasks that may be requiredWorking knowledge of Purchase Ledger to cover during holidays/sicknessLiaising with suppliers About the rewardsAs Finance Assistant you will work 37.5 hours per week, with an informal homeworking option available up to 40% of the week, subject to work and team requirements.  The Charity is an Equal Opportunities Employer, and the role offers a host of superb benefits including: A salary of up to £27,500 per annum depending on qualifications and experience27 days annual leave per annum exclusive of Bank Holidays (increasing with length of service)Charity worker discountsRecommend a friend schemeEnhanced annual leaveOccupational sick pay after qualifying periodAward winning purpose-built facilitiesFully equipped kitchensIndoor and outdoor breakout areasChill-out areasLockers and ShowersSensory gardensFlexible working patternsFree on-site parkingEmployee Assistance Programme About youTo be successful for the role of Finance Assistant, you will have the following skills and attributes:Essential Criteria: Good all round accounting knowledge gained either by qualification or experienceHighly numerateGood attention to detailExperience of working within a finance department/teamA positive can-do attitudeFlexible with a willingness to learn other areas of the finance functionTeam playerExcellent IT skills such as Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook Desirable Criteria: Exchequer Accounting Software experienceRaiser’s Edge CRM experienceExperience of working in the Charity/Third Sector would be advantageousExperience of working in CQC/ISO regulated organisations would also be advantageousSome flexibility to meet the needs of the business may be requiredA general knowledge of Health & Safety regulations would be advantageous About the CharityOur client is a national charity and a is a Disability Confident employer, who aims to change people’s lives, change the way society perceives and treats disabled and autistic people and change the way that charities operate, through the provision of child-centred practical and emotional services, passionate campaigning and demonstrating best practice.  They believe in a world where disabled and autistic children have the choice, opportunity, dignity and understanding they deserve.How to ApplyeRecruitSmart is advertising the role of Finance Assistant on behalf of the Hiring Company and to apply, you must reside in and have eligibility to work in the UK.    Please apply with your CV detailing full career and academic history of achievements with associated dates.  A full application form will be required prior to interview to comply with Safer Recruitment Practices. Thank you for your interest in this position.