Job Description

About Cratus

Cratus Group is a leading communications consultancy, providing integrated strategic communications and campaigns across multiple sectors. Founded in 2009, we've helped some of the UK's best known brands deliver local and national campaigns, manage political and reputational risks, and influence national policy on some of the most important issues facing the UK. What we do matters. We're more than just an agency. We're change makers.

About the role

We are looking for a diligent and organised Part-Time Finance Assistant to join our team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working behind the scenes to ensure smooth financial operations in a busy, dynamic agency environment.

You will be supporting our finance function on a part-time basis (3.5 hours per day, over a 5 day working week), working closely with senior staff to assist with accounts, invoicing, bookkeeping, expense reconciliation and general financial administration. The successful candidate must be able to attend our Central London office to support the finance team and wider business.

Key responsibilities will include

Processing and recording invoices and receipts Assisting with expense tracking and reimbursement cycles Supporting bookkeeping and basic account maintenance Helping prepare simple reports and financial summaries Liaising with colleagues to chase outstanding payments / manage incoming invoices Supporting payroll input and timesheet monitoring (if required) General administrative support to the finance team

What we're looking for

We welcome applications from candidates with a range of backgrounds - whether you have prior finance or accounting experience, or are looking to develop your skills in a supportive agency setting. The main things we want are:

Strong organisational and numeric skills Good attention to detail and accuracy Confidence using spreadsheets (e.g. Excel) and basic accounting software (Xero experience is a plus or willingness to learn) Ability to work independently, organise your own workload and take initiative Good communication skills and ability to liaise with different team members A flexible, proactive and collaborative mindset
Previous experience in an agency, small business, or administrative role is a plus but not essential.

In return we offer a comprehensive benefits package

28 days annual leave pro rata plus: Bank holidays Birthday day off Charity volunteering day Central London office with: Good coffee / free snacks Dog friendly Onsite gym / bike storage Changing facilities / showers Regular team-building and social events Hybrid and flexible working options Individualised training programmes and career development opportunities Vitality medical insurance with benefits package including half-price gym membership and more Company pension scheme Salary sacrifice schemes such as cycle to work

To apply

To apply, please use the form or send your CV and a brief cover letter to recruitment@cratus.co.uk. We will review applications continuously and the position will be closed when the right candidate has been found.

Please note that due to the volume of applications we may not be able to respond every applicant. If you haven't heard back from us within three weeks of submission, we haven't been able to proceed with your application this time.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 15,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 17.5 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Paid volunteer time Private medical insurance Sick pay
Work Location: In person