Finance Administrator

Leeds Safe Roads Partnership; Leeds; On-site; GBP 24,000 - GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading advocacy organization in Leeds is seeking a Finance Administrator to support the finance function. Responsibilities include managing purchase ledgers, preparing payroll, and maintaining financial records. Ideal candidates will have experience with Sage accounting systems and strong problem-solving skills. The position offers up to 31 days of annual leave and a supportive work environment, fostering diversity and inclusion. Interested applicants should apply via email with their CV and cover letter.

Benefits

Up to 31 days annual leave

Cashback health plan

Employee Support scheme

Free parking near the city centre

Qualifications

• Proven experience with Sage accounting systems is required.
• Experience in payroll preparation is preferred.
• Must be proactive and a self-starter.

Responsibilities

• Run the purchase ledger function and process invoices.
• Prepare monthly payroll for processing.
• Carry out bank and balance sheet reconciliations.

Skills

Sage accounting systems

Payroll preparation

Problem-solving skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Education

AAT level 2 qualification or equivalent experience

Tools

Sage Payroll

PaperLess or other invoice upload systems

Job description

Job title and organisation: Finance Administrator - The Advonet Group

Salary: £24,809.50 FTE. Actual Salary: £18,524.42

Hours: 28

Contract: Permanent

Location: LS7 1AB (office based only)

Closing Date and Time: Tuesday 17 February

Interview Date: Thursday 26 February

About the role

The Finance Administrator plays a pivotal support role to the Finance function within The Advonet Group.

Responsibilities

• Run the purchase ledger function for the organisation. Process purchase invoices and purchase orders, prepare supplier payment runs.
• Prepare monthly payroll for processing.
• Prepare sales invoices and carry out credit control processes.
• Carry out bank and other balance sheet reconciliations.
• Petty cash accounting.
• Run the finance Team’s document archiving process.

Qualifications

• Proven experience of Sage accounting systems and has preferably used PaperLess or other invoice upload systems.
• Payroll preparation experience and preferably use of Sage Payroll systems.
• Is proactive self-starter able to troubleshoot and problem solve on own initiative.
• Excellent organisation and time management skills.
• Is qualified to AAT level 2 or qualified by experience (5 years + in relevant accounting roles).

About Us

The Advonet Group values and respects the diversity of backgrounds, experiences and knowledge that staff, volunteers and job applicants bring. All our staff undertake mandatory training on both Equality and Diversity and LGBTQ+ Awareness to increase awareness and understanding of discrimination both in and out of the workplace, with a view to reduce the impact this has on our colleagues and the wider community. This creates a workplace where staff feel comfortable to be themselves and empowers them, and our service users, to use their unique experiences to inform their work.

Benefits

• Up to 31 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Access to a cashback health plan and Employee Support scheme
• Free parking near the city centre
• Welcoming, inclusive and supportive environment

How to apply

To apply please send your CV and a letter covering in detail how you fulfil the person specification. Please also complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form, which can be found alongside the detailed job description and person specification by visiting The Advonet Group - Providing Independent Advocacy in Leeds

Please send CVs and letters to [e-mail]. If you would like more information or an informal chat about the post, please call on 0113 244 0606 and ask to speak to Cara Dalton.

The above post is not a Leeds City Council vacancy and has been advertised on behalf of the relevant organisation. To apply please follow their application instructions.