Job Description

Application Process:

To apply for this position, please complete our online application form using the following link:

https://forms.office.com/e/mFbVAYZ4My

or access it through our website at:

www.daas.uk.com

Please ensure that you read the and Person Specification carefully before submitting your application.

Please note: CVs will not be accepted. All applicants must complete the online application form.

Closing date for applications is Sunday, 8th February.

Interviews are expected to take place week commencing 16th February and will be scheduled in advance. Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly to arrange a suitable time.

If you have any questions, please contact us at recruitment@daas.uk.com or call 01246 206514.

Role Overview:

As the Finance Assistant, you will support the Finance Manager with daily operations and wider finance projects. Manage timesheets, our online HR annual leave system for payroll purposes and other general finance duties.

This is an office-based role located at our Chesterfield office. This role offers career progression and flexibility, which could be ideal for someone looking to work around school hours or other commitments.

Benefits:

You will receive 25 days of annual leave plus statutory holidays, both pro-rated based on your working hours. Additional benefits include access to an Employee Assistance Programme, a Medicash Health Plan, and a company pension scheme.

Required Skills and Experience:

Educated to a minimum of GCSE or NVQ Level 2 Maths and English. Previous experience working in payroll and Finance Administration. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, in particular Excel. Strong numerical skills with a high level of accuracy. Proactive, organised and able to work independently.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks:

To complete monthly payroll submission to an external payroll bureau. Manage and maintain employee contracts and data files. Manage and maintain our online Bright HR annual leave system. Timesheets - collation and analysis for payroll purposes. Support key finance operations across purchase and sales ledger. Support Finance Manager with projects and daily operations. Maintaining accuracy and compliance with financial procedures. General administrative duties, including maintaining stocks of resources and ordering stationery. Maintaining petty cash. Engage in all required training for the role, including statutory and mandatory courses, as well as role-specific professional development. Attend staff meetings and participate in supervision and appraisals. Be flexible to meet service needs. Ensure compliance with data protection, confidentiality, and organisational policies. Attend external meetings or training as required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential:

Educated to a minimum of GCSE or NVQ Level 2 in English and Maths.
Desirable:

Educated in a business or accountancy related subject

Experience

Essential:

Previous experience working within a Finance Administrative role. Experience with timesheets for pay roll purposes. Working as part of a team.
Desirable:

Advanced Excel skills Use of Sage programme and data inputting Use of HR and Payroll systems Sales and Purchase Ledger experience - checking and processing of invoices.

Skills/ knowledge

Essential:

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams). Excellent communication skills. Strong numerical skills with a high degree of data accuracy. Skilled in juggling multiple tasks and prioritising effectively to meet deadlines. Capable of consistently following service policies and procedures. Capable of assessing information accurately and providing appropriate responses.

Attributes

Enthusiastic, friendly and approachable. Reliable Proactive, organised and able to work independently. Strong teamwork and collaboration skills. Flexible to the needs of the service.

Other requirements

Willingness to travel for training/staff days as required. A commitment to continuous professional development and a proactive approach to learning and adapting in a dynamic environment.
Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 24,704.00 per year

Expected hours: 15 per week

Work Location: In person