Vacancy at St Rocco's Hospice
Location: Warrington
Salary: ca. £30,000 per annum (flexibility around hours to be discussed)
Contract: Fixed-term contract for 6 months, possibility to extend
- Lead the month-end process to Trial Balance, including journals, accruals, and intercompany transactions.
- Produce accurate monthly management accounts and financial analysis for the Hospice and its subsidiaries.
- Oversee balance sheet reconciliations and ensure rigorous control of bank and credit card accounts.
- Support statutory reporting, VAT returns, Gift Aid claims, and the annual external audit process.
- Collaborate with People Services to ensure the accurate delivery of monthly payroll via our external bureau.
- Manage payroll analysis, journal postings, and the maintenance of the NHS Pension schedule.
- Directly manage and develop the Finance Assistant team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and inclusivity.
- Coordinate inductions, conduct performance reviews, and support the professional growth of team members and volunteers.
- Act as the system champion for the accounting system (Sage 50), driving digitalisation and supporting future system implementations.
- Deputise for the Finance Manager and partner with internal/external stakeholders to resolve complex financial queries.
- Proactively streamline departmental processes and controls to improve operational efficiency.
Essential
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial regulations.
- Highly analytical with excellent problem-solving skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy skills.
- Ability to prioritise and manage multiple deadlines, particularly around strict finance timescales.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Committed to continuous improvement and development.
- Qualified / Part Qualified (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) or equivalent experience (QBE)
- Experience in Sage 50 and /or other accounting systems.
- Proficiency in Excel and other Microsoft packages.
- Experience in charity retail or social enterprise.
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
If you’re ready to join a worthwhile cause in finance and contribute to meaningful change, we’d love to hear from you!
An attractive package of benefits for employed staff T&C's apply:
Contributory Company Group Pension Plan, (If you are a member of the NHS Pension Scheme, you have the option of continuing in this scheme), Life Assurance and a Medical Cash Plan - T&C’s apply, free onsite parking, annual holiday entitlement in any holiday year is 7 working weeks, inclusive of all public holiday entitlement. Part-time employees’ annual holiday entitlement accrues on a pro-rata basis.
(Benefits may be different for Bank / Contract for Services Workers T&C's apply).
The posts are not salary incremental posts and pay reviews are at the discretion of the Hospice.
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You will be selected for interview based on the skills, knowledge and experience you outline in your CV, and it is therefore essential you take this opportunity to demonstrate these relevant to the job vacancy advertised.
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Please Note: If you apply you will receive emails from info@breathehr.com regarding your application.
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