Your new company
Hays are delighted to be working in partnership with a respected hospice organisation to recruit a Part-Time Finance Assistant for an immediate temporary assignment through to Christmas based on the outskirts of Edinburgh city centre.
This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented finance professional looking for flexible, part-time hours within a rewarding environment where your contribution will support an organisation making a real difference in the local community.
Your new role
Supporting the finance team, you will be responsible for a range of financial administration and cash handling duties, ensuring transactions are processed accurately and efficiently.
- Processing and reconciling cash receipts
- Maintaining accurate financial records and spreadsheets
- Posting financial transactions using Sage 200
- Assisting with banking administration and related paperwork
- Updating donor and Gift Aid information within internal systems
- Responding to finance-related queries from colleagues across the organisation
- Managing incoming and outgoing post
- Administering petty cash processes and associated reconciliations
- Providing general support to the finance function as required
What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will have previous experience within a finance, accounts or administrative support position.
You will be a confident communicator with strong organisational skills and the ability to work accurately when dealing with financial information.
- Good IT literacy, including Microsoft Excel
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A patient, helpful and professional approach
- Experience using accounting software, ideally Sage 200, would be advantageous
What you'll get in return
- Immediate start opportunity
- Part-time hours of approximately 20-22.5 hours per week.
- A supportive and friendly working environment
- The opportunity to contribute to a well-respected charitable organisation