Do you want to make a real impact on thousands of young people by supporting an organisation that builds their skills through immersive citizenship experiences? Can you ensure the smooth and efficient management of financial operations?
We are seeking a Finance Assistant to join our team.
Young Citizens is an education charity on a mission to empower young people to actively engage in society. For over three decades, we’ve been giving young people the tools to understand society’s institutions and tackle its biggest issues. We are a national charity that makes a big impact with a small central team and networks of volunteers.
The successful candidate will play a key role in the charity’s mission by managing the day-to-day financial operations and ensuring that the charity’s funds are used efficiently and effectively. You will work closely with the Finance Manager to support the effective running of our financial processes, including bank reconciliations, credit control, and managing the sales and purchase ledgers. Your role will involve confidently answering and resolving telephone and email queries in a timely manner, including chasing invoices.
Who are we looking for?
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with some previous experience in a finance role who is eager to enhance their skills within the non-profit sector.
The ideal candidate will have a demonstrable ability to manage customer data and reconcile information between different systems, as well as experience in providing administrative and office support.
If you thrive in a collaborative environment, are approachable with a positive and proactive attitude, and have a willingness to learn new skills and systems, we’d love to hear from you!
The Finance Assistant role is a temporary 12-month contract, with the possibility of becoming a permanent position. It is a hybrid working role, requiring office attendance a minimum of 2 days a week.
Benefits of working at Young Citizens
In addition to joining a small friendly, dynamic and supportive staff team, Young Citizens offers:
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Your birthday off!
- Enhanced employer pension contributions
- Season ticket loan
- Employee assistance programme
- Enhanced sickness and maternity policies
- Hybrid and flexible working options
- A friendly, collegiate environment with a passionate team
- An opportunity to make a real difference to help children and young people benefit from quality, inspiring citizenship education and develop vital skills!
How to Apply
For more information about this role, please see the job pack here.
To apply, send us your CV and cover letter (via Indeed or directly to RecruitmentHR@youngcitizens.org ) explaining your interest in the role and explain why you have the skills and experience to excel as a Finance Assistant for our charity. This will give you the best possible chance to be shortlisted.
Please note:
- Applications without a covering letter specific to this post will not be considered.
- This role is starting ASAP, and we will be reviewing applications and interviewing on an ongoing basis, so do not wait to apply.
- Candidates must have the existing right to work in the UK.
The closing date for applications is 9am, Thursday 19th December 2024.