Finance Assistant

Connected Voice; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A charitable organization in Newcastle upon Tyne is looking for a Finance Assistant to help manage financial systems and policies. This is a part-time position of 16 hours per week, fixed-term for 2 years, with a competitive salary and generous annual leave. The role involves supporting a dynamic team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of refugees and asylum seekers. A background in financial administration is essential, along with strong organizational skills. Start date is as soon as possible.

Benefits

32 days of annual leave

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in financial administration is required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial records and transactions.
• Assist in the development of financial policies.
• Support internal controls and reporting processes.

Skills

Financial administration

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

Job Title: Finance Assistant

Pay: FTE £26,227.50 pro rata (actual: £11,190.40)

Location: Windmill Hills Centre, Gateshead NE8 1QB

Hours: 16 hours/week

Annual Leave: 32 days/240 hours per year, pro rata. This includes the usual bank holidays (8 days)

Contract type: Fixed term for 2 years

Deadline: Monday 12th January 2026 12pm noon.

Start Date: As soon as possible

Do you want to make a difference to the lives of refugees and people seeking asylum in the North of England? The Comfrey Project in Gateshead is looking for an Administrative Assistant.

Since 2001, The Comfrey Project has offered a secure and inclusive environment for individuals who have escaped conflict and persecution. We use horticulture-based activities including gardening, bee‑keeping, cooking, crafts and construction with the goal of enhancing their physical and mental health, assisting them in acquiring new skills, and helping them integrate into their new community. We aim to create a welcoming space where everyone is encouraged to play an active role. Our volunteers, those seeking asylum and refugees living in Northeast England, share their skills and knowledge, assist in running our sessions, help make organisational decisions and gain from active participation.

We are interested in hearing from experienced and confident financial administrators, keen to be part of a small, dynamic team to help us realise our ambitious plans for the future, by providing a robust underpinning of financial policies, systems and internal controls.

For more comprehensive information, please visit our website HERE to download our Job Pack.