Accounts Administrator - part time (22.5hrs/week)

Cummins Mellor; Borough of Rossendale; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins Mellor is seeking an Accounts Administrator to lead financial management and reporting within their organization. Key responsibilities include managing payroll, producing management accounts, and maintaining financial compliance. The ideal candidate will possess experience in charity finance and have a recognized accountancy qualification, showcasing their ability to support and communicate with various stakeholders across the organization.

Qualifications

• Experienced in producing management accounts and using Sage 50.
• Familiar with charity finance, VAT, Gift Aid, and audit processes.
• Highly organised and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Manage all entries into SAGE Accounting.
• Run monthly payroll for circa 60 employees.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and support with audits.

Skills

Management accounts production

Sage 50 (Accounts and Payroll)

Charity finance knowledge

VAT knowledge

Gift Aid knowledge

Audit processes experience

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Recognized accountancy qualification

Job description

About the Role

As Accounts Administrator, you will take ownership of our financial systems and reporting, supporting the CEO and Treasurer with sound financial management. This is a varied role that includes preparing monthly management accounts, managing payroll, and supporting with audits and compliance.

You’ll also be responsible for line managing the Finance Assistant and Hospice Driver, and act as the Information Asset Owner for financial data under GDPR.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all entries into SAGE Accounting
• Manage monthly payroll (circa 60 employees split over part/full time)
• Run monthly payroll, submitting reports and payments to HMRC and pension providers
• Develop and monitor annual budgets and financial forecasts
• Liaise with auditors, external accountants, and our Board Treasurer
• Manage income reconciliation and oversee Gift Aid/VAT reclaims
• Maintain fixed asset register and oversee balance sheet reconciliations
• Prepare monthly management accounts and support with year-end accounts and audits

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a finance professional who is:

• Experienced in producing management accounts and using Sage 50 (Accounts and Payroll)
• Familiar with charity finance, VAT, Gift Aid, and audit processes
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently
• A confident communicator, able to liaise with staff across departments and at Board level
• Management experience and a recognised accountancy qualification (or significant experience) are highly desirable.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to .

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Amy or Kiera on 01254 311477.