Job Description

ABOUT THE ROLE

We're looking for a capable and motivated finance professional to play a key role in our busy Finance team. You'll support the Finance Manager with management accounts, year-end statutory reporting, and payroll, while also working closely with the Finance Assistant to ensure smooth day-to-day operations across the group, including ledgers and reconciliations. This is a hands-on role with real variety, from processing and reporting to helping produce full statutory accounts. You'll also have the chance to make a difference by improving and streamlining our financial processes and contributing to the development of robust, efficient systems.

We're a small, friendly, and supportive team that's integral to an amazing organisation. For the right candidate, we can offer support with professional exam costs, along with the opportunity to grow your skills in a collaborative and positive working environment.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Management and Statutory Reporting

Support the Finance Manager with the preparation of year-end statutory accounts and the external audit process. Completing year-end accounts models and reconcile Income & Expenditure and Balance Sheet. Prepare draft statutory accounts for our subsidiary accounts. Preparation of month-end accruals.
Financial Systems & Processes

Support the Finance Assistant across sales ledger, purchase ledger, and cash book functions to ensure timely month-end closures. Oversee control account and trial balance reconciliations to ensure data accuracy and integrity. Contribute to ongoing improvement of financial systems, ensuring robust financial controls are maintained.
Payroll & Pension Administration

Process payroll for orchestra staff and associated pension contributions. Process Pensioner's payroll. Manage the accounting of the closed defined benefit pension scheme. Liaise with employees and external agencies regarding payroll-related queries. Ensure timely submission of PAYE, NI payments and pension information. Complete all year-end payroll procedures, including statutory returns and pension reporting, along with the annual pension uplift.
Cash Management & Banking

Oversee the processing of payments and receipts, including the collection of direct debits. Supervise the Finance Assistant in accurately recording transactions and bank reconciliations for all group bank accounts.
Reporting and Compliance

Produce ad-hoc financial analysis and reports as requested by senior management. Support the Finance Manager with the submission of quarterly VAT returns. Collating of information to assist the Finance Manager with the Orchestra Tax Relief Claim.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

This role would suit you if you have experience of:

Qualified in AAT or Part-qualified finance professional (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent). Experience of payroll is essential. Proficient in accounting systems, including purchase and sales ledger processing. Skilled in preparing reconciliations, monthly reports, and management accounts (to review stage). Strong IT proficiency, particularly in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook). Ability to interrogate and manipulate financial data effectively. Solid understanding of financial controls and systems with a track record of process improvement. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively across teams. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage workload and meet deadlines. High level of discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information. Experience in charity or not-for-profit finance would be beneficial but not essential. Familiarity with accounting and reporting requirements for trusts and foundations would be advantageous.
For more information about the role and to apply via our application form please visit our website: https://halle.co.uk/job/finance-officer/

Please note that we will not accept applications made through Indeed.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 33,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company pension Cycle to work scheme Life insurance Work from home
Application question(s):

Are you qualified in AAT or Part-qualified in ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent?
Work Location: In person