SEA Assistant (Finance and Admin)

Ash-Shahada; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A social housing provider in London is seeking an individual for a finance and administration role. The ideal candidate will have an undergraduate degree and experience in finance. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong communication skills are essential. You will be supporting vulnerable communities and making a significant impact in the housing sector. Join us for a fulfilling career.

Qualifications

• Experience using all office applications, especially Microsoft Excel.
• Demonstrated ability to design and modify Excel spreadsheets.
• Commitment to confidentiality and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial records and ensure accuracy.
• Demonstrate good personal time keeping.
• Ensure flexibility in work tasks.

Skills

Financial management

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Undergraduate degree (maths, business, accountancy or similar)

Job description

Responsibilities

• A working background in finance and administration.
• Experience of using all office applications especially Microsoft Excel
• Demonstration of a wide range of communication skills including writing skills and good spoken English.
• Ability to design, develop and modify EXCEL spreadsheets by using various formulae
• A good understanding of the value of financial management and controls
• Ability to use computerised accounts
• Good time management and personal organisation
• Ability to pay attention to detail
• Ability to ensure accuracy in all areas of work
• A good understanding of the role of the housing sector
• A young and vibrant mindset
• A commitment to confidentiality and professional and personal integrity
• Availability to reliably work 5 days a week and demonstrate good personal time keeping
• Ability to be flexible

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree (preferred: maths, business, accountancy or similar).
• Given the nature of tenants, it would be preferred if you have a good understanding of one of the following languages: Arabic, Urdu or Punjabi.
• A good sense of cultural diversity will also be needed.

About the Company

Ash-Shahada (ASHA) was established in 1989 to tackle a growing need for affordable housing for vulnerable people in London. 33 years on our mission remains the same and we have since expanded our footprint to Birmingham and now support over 3000 tenants.

A social housing provider, we support the most vulnerable people in the community so you will be making a big difference. Our non-social provision also offers minimal care for those who are homeless or coping with adjusting in society after life events that have knocked them off course. With the cost-of-living crisis and difficult state of the economy, Ash-Shahada is needed now more than ever. Join us for a fulfilling and rewarding career.