Finance Assistant

2M Employment Solutions Limited; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Finance Assistant to join their team in Oxford. This part-time role offers flexible hours and the opportunity to manage accounts receivable for a socially responsible organization. You'll be using your accounting skills to handle invoicing, direct debit collections, and support finance-related tasks. With a commitment to social and environmental issues, this role not only provides competitive benefits but also allows you to contribute to meaningful work within the community. If you're detail-oriented and passionate about finance, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

25 days' holiday (pro-rata)

Pension contributions (3%-7%)

Life insurance

Company bicycle scheme

Season ticket loans

Qualifications

• Part-qualified AAT or finalist status required.
• Proficient in accounting software and IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts receivable functions and support accounts payable.
• Raise invoices, process direct debits, and handle tenant queries.

Skills

AAT Part-Qualified

Accounting Software (QuickBooks, Sage Intacct)

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Customer Service

IT Skills (Excel)

Education

AAT Qualification

Tools

QuickBooks

Sage Intacct

Job description

Finance Assistant
Salary: £22,400 pro rata (full-time equivalent £28,000)
Contract: Permanent, Part-time
Working hours: 30 hours a week, Monday to Friday, flexible hours, 3 days in the Oxford office
Location: Oxford (The Old Music Hall, 106-108 Cowley Road, Oxford, OX4 1JE)

About Ethical Property

Founded 25 years ago, the Ethical Property Company provides affordable workspaces to charities, community groups, campaigns, and social businesses working for a fairer and more sustainable society. The company has grown steadily and now owns or manages 17 centres across the UK, offering office, retail, and conference space to over 1,000 social change organisations. Flexible leasing arrangements provide tenants with long-term security, and working alongside like-minded organisations offers networking opportunities. The company employs around 100 staff across various cities including London, Oxford, Bristol, Cardiff, Edinburgh, Sheffield, Bath, Brighton, and Manchester. Our centres are designed to minimize energy use, waste, car travel, and harmful materials, while providing modern, affordable, and flexible spaces managed transparently and supportively.

The Post

The Finance Assistant will manage accounts receivable functions for Ethical Property and The Social Justice and Human Rights Centre, and support accounts payable processes. The role reports to the Finance Manager.

Finance Responsibilities

1. Using accounting software such as QuickBooks and Sage Intacct:

• Manage sales ledger by raising rent invoices, tenant recharges, booking invoices, and ad hoc sales invoices.
• Process monthly direct debit collections from tenants.
• Upload invoice entries for conference and meeting room bookings.
• Handle tenant changes in the finance system.
• Manage tenant deposits and refunds.
• Allocate receipts, manage customer statements, and respond to queries.
• Support debt collection efforts and provide debtor reports monthly.
• Ensure all sales ledger paperwork is scanned and filed.

Other tasks:

• Post bank receipts, support accounts payable, assist with VAT returns and audits, and perform other finance-related tasks as needed.

Person Specification

Personal competencies and skills:

• Collaborative team player with strong teamwork skills.
• Customer-focused approach to finance services.
• Highly organized with excellent personal management skills.

Essential skills and experience:

• Part-qualified AAT or finalist status.
• Proactive, able to use initiative effectively.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills, able to prioritize, multitask, and adapt.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills at all levels.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Trustworthy, personable, and reliable.
• Committed to providing excellent service to tenants and colleagues.
• Proficient IT skills, including intermediate Excel and accounts packages.
• Passion for social and environmental issues.

Contractual Details

This part-time role involves 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with flexible hours between 9 am and 5 pm. Two days per week can be remote. Salary is £22,400 pro rata (£28,000 FTE). The position is based in Oxford.

Benefits include 25 days' holiday (pro-rata), statutory holidays, pension contributions (3%-7%), life insurance, a company bicycle scheme, season ticket loans, and other benefits.

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