Finance Assistant

Stockport County Football Club; Stockport; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A historic football club in Stockport seeks a Finance Assistant to support the Finance Team. The role involves managing transactional functions such as cashbook and ledgers, providing critical support to various departments, and ensuring smooth financial operations. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills and relevant experience, with opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Discount on SCFC retail products

Discount on SCFC season or match tickets

Access to online discount system perk box

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role required.
• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize.

Responsibilities

• Ownership of cash book management and bank reconciliations.
• Overseeing the Accounts Payable function including purchase invoice processing.
• Assisting with preparation of the management accounts.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Education

AAT qualified

Tools

Xero

Job description

Organisation Stockport County Football Club Salary £26,000 - £28,000 (Subject to Experience) Location Edgeley, Stockport Contract type Permanent (Full time) Closing date 28 May 2025 Job Description About Stockport County

Founded in 1883, Stockport County are one of the country’s longest established football clubs. Initially formed as Heaton Norris Rovers, the Club officially became Stockport County in 1890 after the County Borough of Stockport and have been based at Edgeley Park since 1902.

The team currently competes in Sky Bet League One, the third tier of the English Football League, after winning the 2023–24 Sky Bet League Two title.

Role Overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic Finance Assistant to assist in the day-to-day function of the Finance Team. You will be responsible for overseeing the transactional level functions such as cashbook, sales and purchase ledgers, as well as supporting the Finance Department in other areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Ownership of cash book management and bank reconciliations
• Taking responsibility for the recovery of accounts receivable and
management of the debtors ledger
• Overseeing the Accounts Payable function including purchase
invoice processing and supplier statement reconciliation.
• Preparation of payments runs whilst managing credit terms and
relationships with external stakeholders
• Managing expenses and credit card transactions including
reconciliation
• Assisting with preparation of the management accounts and
balance sheet reconciliations
• Being the first point of contact for any finance related questions
• Providing information and support to other departments in the
business, as required

Essential

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Have previous experience in a similar role
• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise
• A can-do attitude and a willingness to learn

Desirable

• Previous experience of working within Sport or a similar fast
paced industry
• Knowledge of Xero
• AAT qualified or training but not essential

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Discount on SCFC retail products
• Discount of SCFC season or match by match tickets
• Access to online discount system perk box
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• Be part of a dynamic and exciting team
• The chance to contribute to the success of a historic football club

Stockport County Promotes equal opportunities in employment and we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

We will screen all applicants and select candidates whose skills and experience seem to meet our needs. We will carefully consider your application during the initial screening and will contact you only if you are selected for an interview. Employment is subject to the provision of proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Safeguarding: Stockport County Football Club is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to endorse this commitment. Roles will be subject to a DBS check. This will be either a basic, standard or enhanced check depending on the job role and responsibilities. How to apply To apply, please send your CV and Cover Letter to [e-mail]