At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and enhance finance systems, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
- Company: Join Nacro, a leading social justice charity making a real difference.
- Benefits: Starting salary of £26,807 with clear progression and professional development.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with opportunities for growth and influence.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience in finance systems while contributing to meaningful change.
- Qualifications: AAT qualification or equivalent finance experience required.
The predicted salary is between 26807 - 27477 £ per year.
Location – Central Birmingham (Hybrid Working)
DBS requirement - Basic
This role does not offer eligibility for visa sponsorship.
This role offers a starting salary within Nacro’s pay structure of £26,807 with expected progression to £27,477 within the first year, subject to meeting clear criteria and performance standards, with further pay progression available in the future. Nacro’s pay framework provides transparent progression points and supports ongoing professional development and career growth.
Help shape the finance systems that enable Nacro to change lives. At Nacro, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to build a better future. As one of the UK's leading social justice charities, we support thousands of people every year through housing, education, justice and community services.
We're looking for a Finance Assistant (Systems) to work with our Senior Systems Accountant to transform and enhance our NetSuite system. You'll gain hands-on experience of NetSuite, contribute to systems improvements and build the skills needed to develop a career in finance systems, technology or accounting.
Our team values collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement expertise. You'll have the opportunity to influence how we work and help build a Finance service that supports Nacro's long-term success.
About the role:
You’ll play an important role in maintaining the accuracy, integrity and efficiency of our finance systems. You'll work collaboratively with colleagues across Finance, ICT and the wider organisation to support system users, maintain system data and contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of our finance systems.
Whether you're AAT qualified or have equivalent experience, this role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your knowledge of finance systems while making a real difference within a national charity.
What you'll be doing:
- Maintaining and updating finance system data and configurations to ensure accuracy and integrity.
- Carrying out routine system checks, identifying anomalies and supporting data quality improvements.
- Administering user accounts, permissions and system access requests.
- Supporting the testing of system upgrades, new functionality and enhancements.
- Maintaining system documentation, user guides and process notes.
- Providing first-line support to colleagues, resolving finance system queries and delivering excellent customer service.
- Working with internal stakeholders, ICT colleagues and software suppliers to resolve issues and improve system performance.
- Contributing to the ongoing development and continuous improvement of finance systems and processes.
You’ll be someone who:
- Holds an AAT qualification or has equivalent finance experience.
- Has experience using financial systems and is confident working with large volumes of data.
- Has strong Microsoft Excel skills and excellent attention to detail.
- Enjoys solving problems and investigating system or data issues.
- Can communicate clearly and confidently with colleagues at all levels, explaining finance or system processes in a straightforward way.
- Is organised, able to manage competing priorities and consistently delivers accurate work.
- Works collaboratively, building positive relationships with colleagues, customers and external suppliers.
- Is proactive, adaptable and keen to learn new skills and develop within a finance systems environment.
- Demonstrates professionalism, integrity and accountability in everything you do.
Experience and knowledge of NetSuite and or Oracle Financials would be advantageous but is not essential.
Why Join Now?
We're investing in our Finance function and modernising the way we work. This is an exciting time to join, with opportunities to influence new ways of working, improve systems and processes, and help build a Finance service that supports Nacro's long-term ambitions.
Interviews: Week commencing 3rd August 2026.
Nacro is a fair and inclusive employer. At Nacro, we believe in the power of a diverse and inclusive team. We are a Ban the Box employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those with criminal records. Convictions are not discussed at application stage and will only be considered later if relevant to the role, assessed fairly, proportionately and confidentially.
Finance Assistant - Systems in Birmingham employer: Nacro
Nacro is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises professional development and employee growth. As a Service Lead in the East of England, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community while enjoying competitive salary progression and the chance to lead a dedicated team of Support Workers.
