Finance Coordinator

Eat That Frog; Torquay; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial service provider in Torquay is looking for a Business & Finance Coordinator to support the finance department. Responsibilities include managing bookkeeping, handling payroll, and maintaining financial data systems. Candidates should have a Level 3 AAT qualification or equivalent and two years of bookkeeping experience. This role offers a wellbeing package and sick pay after a successful probation period, and is committed to supporting a diverse workforce.

Benefits

Wellbeing Package

Sick Pay

Responsibilities

• Maintain data collection systems for Finance.
• General accounts and bookkeeping.
• Handle VAT, including partial exemption VAT returns.
• Prepare payroll.

Skills

Excellent knowledge of Xero

2 years’ experience of bookkeeping & accounts

Experience of partial exemption VAT returns

Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office and ICT systems

Ability to meet legal requirements

Excellent presentation and communication skills

Education

Level 3 AAT or equivalent or willing to work towards

Literacy/Numeracy level 2 or equivalent

Job description

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As a Business & Finance Coordinator you will work in a small team, where no two days are the same. You will be expected to provide effective support to the finance department using a business software application.

Key Objectives

1. Bookkeeping and digital record filing.
2. Setting up payments to ensure all invoices and expenses are paid in a timely manner.
3. Communicating with suppliers and customers as necessary.
4. Payroll preparation

Responsibilities

• Maintain data collection systems for Finance.
• General accounts and bookkeeping
• VAT – including partial exemption VAT returns.
• Payroll

Please note that the above is a brief description of the role and you are expected to read the full Job Description for full details.

Benefits

• Wellbeing Package
• Sick Pay (on completion of successful probationary period)

This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check with a 6-month probationary period. Interviews will be held in January 2026

Eat That Frog has a commitment to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment for people with disabilities and long-term health conditions. We believe in the value of a diverse workforce and are determined to make Eat That Frog a place where everyone feels welcome, supported and empowered. Please do not apply if this is your first job as we cannot obtain suitable references.

ETF is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners, including children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Qualifications

• Level 3 AAT or equivalent or willing to work towards ✓
• Literacy/Numeracy level 2 or equivalent ✓

Skills and Experience

• Excellent knowledge of Xero ✓
• 2 years’ experience of bookkeeping & accounts ✓
• Experience of partial exemption VAT returns ✓
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office and ICT systems ✓
• Ability to meet legal requirements, with a current understanding of HMRC and legislative requirements ✓
• Excellent presentation and communication skills ✓