Job Description

Location: Office/Hybrid

Hours: 16-20 hours

Salary: FTE 32000

Contract Type: Permanent

Are you a detail-oriented finance professional with a passion for supporting families and communities? Home-Start North and West Gloucestershire is seeking a proactive and reliable Finance Officer to manage our financial operations and help us deliver vital services to local families.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly, mission-driven team and play a key role in ensuring our charity's financial health and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain accurate financial records using Xero accounting software Process staff and volunteer expenses in line with organisational policies Reconcile bank statements and manage income records Prepare banking deposits and handle cash and cheques Liaise with external payroll services to ensure timely payments to staff, HMRC, and pension providers Maintain fixed asset register and depreciation schedules Monitor budgets and cashflow using spreadsheets Assist in preparing annual accounts and budgets Meet monthly with the Director and Treasurer to review financial performance Act as the main point of contact for finance and accounting queries Governance (QA, Policies, Risk) Data (Analysis & Reporting) General office duties ad hoc

Person Specification

Experience in financial administration and bookkeeping Proficiency in Xero or similar accounting software Strong understanding of payroll and statutory financial obligations Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues Commitment to confidentiality and data protection Experience working in the charity or voluntary sector Understanding of restricted and unrestricted funding Familiarity with audit preparation and liaising with external stakeholders
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and bring your financial expertise to a supportive and community-focused organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply: Please send your CV and a cover letter to emmas@homestartnwglos.org.uk

Closing date: 17th October 2025

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: 32,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cheltenham GL54 5LL