Finance Assistant - Part Time

• On site Role, but flexible hours of 21 per week
• Great charity where your work will make a real difference
• Work with some genuinely great people

FINANCE ASSISTANT - REGIONAL CHARITYWANT TO PUT YOUR FINANCE SKILLS TO WORK FOR SOMETHING THAT REALLY MATTERS?

We're not just another charity – we're life-changers. Every day, we work with vulnerable children, young people, and families across West Yorkshire, turning challenges into opportunities and dreams into reality.

We're looking for a detail-oriented Finance Assistant who wants their spreadsheet skills to make a genuine difference. This isn't just about balancing books (though you'll definitely master that) – you'll be the financial foundation that keeps our life-changing work running smoothly.

Working part-time (21 hours over 5 days), you'll join our finance team and help ensure every penny we receive goes toward creating better futures for the young people who need us most.

YOUR MEANINGFUL FINANCE ADVENTURE STARTS HERE

?? Master the Numbers Game

• Keep our Purchase Ledger running like clockwork – processing, matching, and coding invoices
• Manage our Sales Ledger with precision, raising invoices and maintaining accurate records
• Chase debts professionally (because every pound recovered means more support for young people)
• Process expenses and card payments with eagle-eyed attention to detail

?? Build Strong Connections

• Be the friendly finance face for colleagues with queries and questions
• Resolve supplier and customer issues with patience and professionalism
• Support non-finance staff with clear, helpful financial information
• Build relationships that make the whole organization work better

?? Drive Innovation & Improvement

• Help develop and implement new financial systems that streamline our operations
• Suggest improvements that make processes smoother and more efficient
• Contribute fresh ideas to help our finance function evolve and grow
• Be part of a team that's always looking for better ways to work

WHAT'S ON OFFER FOR YOU:

?? Fair Reward Package

• Salary: c£14,392 (c£23,987 full-time equivalent - potential beyond this for the right candidate)
• 21 hours per week – perfect work-life balance spread over 5 days or fewer days to best suit your needs
• Join a supportive team that values your contribution
• Opportunities for professional development and growth

? Meaningful Work Environment

• Be part of an organization that's genuinely improving lives every day
• Work with passionate colleagues who share your values
• See the direct impact of your work in our communities
• Flexible, supportive approach to part-time working

?? Career Development

• Gain experience across all areas of charity finance
• Work with modern systems and processes
• Opportunity to develop new skills and take on additional responsibilities
• Supportive environment for pursuing further qualifications like AAT

? The Feel-Good Factor

• Know that your accuracy and diligence directly supports vulnerable young people
• Be part of a "thought leader" organization that's genuinely making a difference
• Work somewhere with clear vision: ensuring all young people have opportunities for a better life
• Join a team that values integrity, innovation, and impact

YOUR ESSENTIAL TOOLKIT

Must-Have Experience:

• Previous experience in financial processing, including purchase and sales ledgers
• Proven track record of building relationships with suppliers, customers, and colleagues
• Experience working effectively as part of a team
• Excellent administration and clerical skills that you can rely on

Technical Skills We Need:

• Confident using Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word
• GCSE passes in Maths and English (the foundations that matter!)
• Strong attention to detail with ability to maintain high standards under pressure
• Ability to manage your own workload and prioritize effectively

Personal Qualities We're Looking For:

• Keen, supportive, and proactive approach to work and colleagues
• Self-motivated with excellent problem-solving skills
• Flexible, reliable, and respectful of confidentiality
• Great communicator who can adapt their style to different audiences
• Someone who shares our commitment to improving lives and inspiring change

Bonus Points For:

• AAT or other relevant financial qualifications
• Experience in the charity or not-for-profit sector

READY TO JOIN OUR LIFE-CHANGING TEAM?
We've been transforming lives across our region through education, healthy relationships, wellbeing support, and employability skills. We're thought leaders who work in partnership to deliver real outcomes for real people.

Now we need someone to help keep our financial foundations strong while we continue changing lives, one young person at a time.

This is your chance to combine solid finance experience with genuine social impact. You'll work in a role where your attention to detail and professional approach directly supports our mission to give every young person opportunities for a better life.

Ready to make your finance skills count for something special? Apply now

We'd love to hear your story.

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds – because diverse teams create the strongest support for diverse communities.

This part-time role (21 hours over 5 days) offers excellent work-life balance while making a meaningful contribution to our vital work with vulnerable young people and families.