Finance Assistant — Accounts & Reporting

Diocese of Ely; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ely Diocesan Board of Finance is seeking a Finance Assistant to join the Finance Department in Witchford. This full-time role (35 hours per week) involves supporting ministry share administration, payroll processing, and accounting tasks within a busy diocesan finance team.

Candidates should have strong numeracy and literacy, experience with Excel/Word/Outlook, and be able to work to deadlines. AAT/ACCA qualifications are an advantage; sponsorship is not mentioned.

Qualifications

• Numeracy and literacy skills are essential for accurate financial processing.
• Experience with accounting systems and MS Office required.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a small team.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase invoices with appropriate authorisation and timelines.
• Reconcile control accounts and assist in management accounts preparation.
• Maintain financial dashboards and support ad hoc reporting.
• Update Ministry Share system spreadsheets and liaise with parish reps.
• Assist with annual audit information and respond to auditor queries.
• Support payroll for multiple entities and HMRC submissions.
• Assist with cash flow management and quarterly fund reconciliations.
• Handle parish queries and provide cover during absences as needed.

Skills

Good numeracy

Literacy skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Discretion with confidential info

Education

AAT or ACCA qualifications

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Office Suite

Job description

The Ely Diocesan Board of Finance is seeking a Finance Assistant to join the Finance Department in Witchford. This full-time role (35 hours per week) involves supporting ministry share administration, payroll processing, and accounting tasks within a busy diocesan finance team.

Candidates should have strong numeracy and literacy, experience with Excel/Word/Outlook, and be able to work to deadlines. AAT/ACCA qualifications are an advantage; sponsorship is not mentioned.