Bookkeeper (Part-time)

Denholm Associates; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A purpose-driven charity is seeking a proactive Finance professional for a part-time role primarily focused on bookkeeping and financial systems. This position offers remote work with travel to Edinburgh as needed. The ideal candidate will hold proven experience in finance administration, strong knowledge of financial controls, and the ability to communicate financial matters effectively. Join a values-led organisation that values flexibility and offers opportunities for training and development.

Benefits

Flexible part-time hours

Training and development opportunities

Collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in bookkeeping and finance administration.
• Strong knowledge of financial controls, systems, and reporting.
• Experience preparing management accounts and supporting budgets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day finance and refine systems.
• Ensure financial compliance and effectiveness.
• Support audits and collaborate with external accountants.

Skills

Bookkeeping and finance administration

Financial controls and reporting

Management accounts preparation

Understanding of VAT returns

Experience with Xero or similar

Charity sector knowledge

Tools

Xero

Job description

Does the idea of working for a purpose-driven charity, sound right for you?

We're looking for...

A proactive and detail-focused Finance professional to take responsibility for our bookkeeping and financial systems. This is a part-time role, ideal for someone looking for flexibility while playing a vital role in a values-led organisation. You’ll oversee day-to-day finance while refining systems, reporting and budgets to ensure they are effective, compliant and fit for purpose across the charity.

You’ll need...

• Proven experience in bookkeeping and finance administration
• Strong knowledge of financial controls, systems and reporting
• Experience preparing management accounts and supporting budgets
• Understanding of VAT returns, payroll processes and statutory compliance
• Experience supporting audits and working with external accountants
• High levels of accuracy, organisation and attention to detail
• Experience of Xero or similar accounting software
• Charity sector knowledge and experience would be advantageous

You are...

• Highly organised and able to manage your workload independently
• Confident supporting senior leaders, trustees and committees with clear financial information
• A strong communicator who can explain finance matters to non-finance colleagues
• Proactive, reliable and solutions-focused
• Comfortable liaising with banks, auditors, insurers and regulators
• Aligned with our charity values and positive in your relationships with colleagues

The good stuff...

• A flexible, part-time role (Minimum of 10.5 hours per week)
• Remote role with Edinburgh travel required
• The opportunity to shape and improve finance systems and processes
• Involvement in budgeting across impactful programmes and projects
• Exposure to charity governance and strategic financial planning
• Training and development opportunities
• A supportive, collaborative and purpose-driven working environment

Does this sound like you? Then we want to hear from you. Please get in touch today.