Post purpose

You will keep a complete and accurate record of all financial transactions in a systematic, orderly and logical manner. This ensures that the financial effects of such operations are reflected in the charity’s accounting records.

Key responsibilities

· Maintain the Charity’s accounts using QuickBooks accounting software

· Manage monthly payroll

· Undertake financial tasks including invoice processing, payments, petty cash and bank deposits and reconciliations.

· Act as the key contact for suppliers, staff and volunteers’ financial enquires

· Complete Gift Aid returns

· Support the preparation of the Charity’s VAT return

· Monitor grant income and expenditure and provide regular reports to budget holders

· Prepare accurate and timely financial information and reports

· Under the direction of the Deputy CEO support the preparation of budgets, the annual report and accounts and financial reports to the Board of Trustees

· Contribute to the review and updating of financial systems; policies and procedures as the Charity grows.

General

· Adhere to The Charities Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) and Charity Commission guidance.

· Uphold and embed our values and behavioural competencies

· Deliver against the agreed workplan

· Adhere to the Carers’ Charter.

· Adopt good practice within the Carers Trust network.

· Work within the Carers’ Centre policy framework.

· Undertake any other duties required, in consultation with your line-manager, as are consistent with the responsibilities of this post.

Please note : we will contact prospective applicants around interviews on a rolling basis.