Finance Assistant

Norwich City Community Sports Foundation; Norwich; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Norwich City Community Sports Foundation is seeking a Finance Assistant to support daily financial operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong numeracy background, excellent organizational skills, and proficiency in Excel and Word. This two-year contract offers an opportunity to contribute to a charity that positively impacts the lives of over 43,000 individuals annually.

Qualifications

• High level of numeracy required.
• Excellent organisational skills needed.
• Proficient in IT skills, especially Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day financial operations.
• Handle administrative tasks for the finance department.
• Maintain accurate financial records.

Skills

Numeracy

Organisational skills

IT skills

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Finance Assistant- Role overview

Job Title:Finance Assistant

Salary:Competitive + Benefits

Contract Type:2 years

Line Manager:Head of Finance

The purpose of the Finance Assistant is to support our dayto-day financial operations.

Objectives:

• Support the finance department by handling administrative tasks and assisting with financial processes
• Provide general assistance to the finance team
• Maintain accurate and up to date financial records.

Charity overview

Providing opportunities in the areas of sport, disability, health, schools, social inclusion, education and employability, Norwich City Community Sports Foundation helps over 43,000 people every year achieve their goals. We support some of the most disadvantaged, disabled and talented children, young people and adults across Norfolk through a range of projects, programmes and initiatives. Underpinning all of our impact is a dedicated workforce who are able to engage and inspire at every opportunity. Could this be your chance to be a part of something special?

Knowledge, skills and experience - Essential

• High level of numeracy
• Excellent organisational skills
• Excellent IT skills including Excel and Word

Knowledge, skills and experience - Desirable

• Strong understanding of finance systems
• Knowledge of charity accounting requirements
• Experience with data analysis and variance reporting
• Experience of working as part of a small finance team

Equality statement

Norwich City CSF is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion or belief(s), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age or with regards to pregnancy or maternity.

All applications must be submitted through our online Safer job application form and must be accompanied by an up-to-date CV and supporting letter detailing why you would be suitable for the role.

Application Deadline:12pm 11th July 2025

Interview Dates: Thursday 17th July or on request

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. All candidates shortlisted for interview will be informed by mail or phone. if you have not been contacted within a week of the closing dates, this means you have been unsuccessful.