Job Description

Here at

Derian House Children's Hospice,

we have an exciting opportunity for a Finance Officer to join our small team based at our Hospice in

Chorley.

You will join us on a permanent full time basis.

Derian House

has provided high-quality care to children and young people with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions for over 30 years.


Our care team provide symptom management, palliative and end-of-life care, as well as short break respite care to children, young people and their families across Lancashire, South Cumbria and Greater Manchester. Supported by our dedicated community team, family support team, neonatal services and young people's services we are able to provide a wide range of support and care in a variety of settings.

About the role:

You will assist the Finance manager in providing comprehensive financial and administrative support including processing of income and expenditure, budget preparation, month end procedures, purchase and sales ledger reconciliations, assisting the payroll officer, recording of petty cash, posting journals and other duties.

What we are looking for:

Ideally AAT qualified, although not essential Proven working knowledge of Sage or similar accounting systems and Microsoft office suite Excellent communication skills Proven experience of providing financial and administrative support. Ability to record information in concise, accurate and legible manner A positive, assertive, confident and approachable individual

Hours of work

This is a full time position of 37.5 hours. Monday to Friday either 8.30am - 4.30pm or 9.00am - 5.00pm Salary - 28,000 - 35,000 depending on experience Pension 2 times death in service Competitive holiday entitlement Free Parking Subsidised meals Shopping/cinema & holiday discounts On Demand GP Discounted gym membership

If you have the skills and experience to become our Finance Officer click '

Apply

' now - we would love to hear from you. Successful appointments will be subject to a DBS check.

Closing date for applications: 14th July 2025

We may close the role earlier than advertised if a high volume of appropriate candidate applications are received.


Registered Charity Number 1005165


Derian House is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their sex, gender, sexual orientation, race, nationality or national or ethnic origin.


Successful appointments will be subject to a disclosure and barring check.