Our client is a charity office based in Armley, Leeds, LS12 Bookkeeper / Finance Assistant plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth financial operations of our housing charity. This position supports the organisation's mission by maintaining accurate financial records, managing day-to-day transactions, and contributing to the production of reliable financial information. The role requires strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and a commitment to supporting vulnerable communities through robust financial stewardship.
Key Responsibilities
Daily Duties
- Process and code all expenditure, invoices, and financial transactions in line with internal procedures.
- Manage petty cash and charge card reconciliations.
- Oversee the Purchase Order (PO) system, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
- Support rent and Housing Benefit (HB) processing, including liaison with local authorities where required.
- Monitor and record utilities expenditure and usage.
Weekly / Monthly Duties
- Maintain and reconcile the cash book.
- Process supplier payments and ensure timely settlement of invoices.
- Prepare and complete banking tasks, including deposits and reconciliations.
- Manage rent and Housing Benefit income, including reconciliations and follow-up on discrepancies.
- Assist with payroll preparation and processing.
- Support the production of monthly management accounts, including journals, accruals, and prepayments.
- Administer and reconcile Council Tax accounts across properties.
Annual / Ad Hoc Duties
- Assist in the preparation and monitoring of organisational and departmental budgets.
- Support year-end processes, including audit preparation and responding to auditor queries.
- Contribute to financial reporting for funders, regulators, and internal stakeholders.
- Undertake ad hoc financial tasks as required to support the wider finance function.
Skills & Experience
- Experience in a finance or book-keeping role, ideally within a charity or housing environment.
- Strong understanding of financial processes, reconciliations, and accounting principles.
- Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office (especially Excel).
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach.
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