At a Glance
- Tasks: Support finance operations with administrative tasks and ensure accurate record-keeping.
- Company: Community Gateway, a values-driven organisation focused on employee wellbeing.
- Benefits: 26 days holiday, pension contributions, health cash plan, and flexible working arrangements.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the community while developing your financial skills.
- Qualifications: Experience with finance systems and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 28497 - 28497 £ per year.
37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, based in Preston. £28,497 per annum.
We are looking for a highly organised and detail-oriented Finance Administration Officer to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is motivated and enjoys combining strong administrative and financial skills to make a real impact. In this role you will play a key role in supporting the efficient operation of our finance function. Working closely with colleagues across the organisation, you will be responsible for a range of financial and administrative tasks, ensuring accurate record-keeping, timely processing of transactions, and compliance with internal procedures. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent attention to detail, strong communication skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality support in a fast-paced environment.
What you'll be doing:
- Deliver a high standard of customer service to both internal and external customers, ensuring enquiries are handled professionally and efficiently.
- Process Accounts Payable invoices, including inputting and updating invoice records, reconciling supplier statements, and resolving invoice queries.
- Raise Accounts Receivable invoices and credit notes, responding to associated enquiries in a timely manner.
- Assist with cash receipt processing and administer petty cash payments and undertake regular petty cash and daily cash reconciliations.
- Support the Finance Administration Manager with Right to Buy (RTB), Right to Acquire (RTA), and insurance claim administration.
What we are looking for:
- Experience of working with finance systems.
- Good knowledge of finance processes – accounts payable and receivable.
- Good knowledge of MS office packages.
- Ability to work to deadlines and prioritise work appropriately.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with high levels of attention to detail and accuracy.
It would be great if you also had:
- Good knowledge of Right to Buy and Acquire process.
- Part AAT qualified.
- Experience of working within social housing.
Why work at Community Gateway?
We are a values-based organisation who truly care about our employees, their health, safety and wellbeing. We aim for a great employee experience and that includes offering a range of benefits. Our holiday entitlement starts at 26 days plus bank holidays (including your birthday off and Christmas closure!). We also offer a great pension scheme where CGA will pay in contributions up to 10%, a company-paid health cash plan for you and your dependants (including 24/7 GP), enhanced sick pay and parental leave, reward and recognition scheme, wellbeing support, training and development and much more.
Inclusion is key for us. We would love to hear from people from diverse backgrounds for this role, those who may be underrepresented in our organisation. We aim to be reflective of the communities in which we operate and if you speak a second language this can come in handy!
Working Arrangements:
This role is community based working in and around Preston. We offer flexibility wherever possible to accommodate our business and your personal needs.
A bit more about us:
Community Gateway own and manage almost 7000 homes across the city of Preston, but we are so much more than just a landlord. We aim to offer great customer service, providing safe, well-maintained and affordable homes, and making a positive difference to the communities in which we work. We make sure that we manage our business to the highest of standards and are working to create a sustainable future. And finally, we want to be a great place to work….so if you think you have the skills, experience and can live our values, then we want to hear from you.
If you haven't done so already, check out our candidate pack on our website for more about us and top tips for your application.
Dates for your diary:
The closing date for this role is 6th July 2026 at midnight with interviews held on 16th July 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early so you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Finance Administration Officer employer: Community Gateway Association
Community Gateway is an exceptional employer that prioritises the health, safety, and wellbeing of its employees while fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture. With a generous holiday entitlement starting at 26 days plus bank holidays, a robust pension scheme, and comprehensive training and development opportunities, we are committed to nurturing your professional growth. Located in Preston, our community-focused organisation not only manages nearly 7000 homes but also strives to make a positive impact on the local community, making it a rewarding place to work.
Contact Details:
Community Gateway Association Recruitment Team
