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Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: TOWNSEND ENTERPRISE PARK LTD. To support the efficient and effective delivery of day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accurate financial records, timely processing of transactions, and compliance with organisational policies and statutory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase and sales invoices, payments, receipts, and expense claims accurately and on time.
• Maintain accurate financial records, including filing and audit trails.
• Carry out bank and control account reconciliations.
• Assist with budget monitoring and provide financial information.
• Support the preparation of basic financial reports and summaries.
• Use accounting software Xero and spreadsheets to record and manage financial data.
• Assist VAT returns, grant claims, and year-end processes where required.
• Respond to finance-related queries from staff and external stakeholders.
• Support internal controls and contribute to continuous improvement of financial processes.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Experience in a finance or accounts administration role.
• Strong numeracy skills.
• Ability to use accounting software, preferably that of Xero and spreadsheets (e.g. Excel).
• Understanding of basic accounting principles.

Desirable Skills

• Experience in the charity, public, or community sector.
• Budget monitoring or reporting experience.
• Knowledge of VAT, or grant funding.
• Studying towards or holding a finance qualification.

Further Information

The Employer is: TOWNSEND ENTERPRISE PARK LTD. JobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information - Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week. - Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach. - Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment. The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.