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Finance Administrator

Posted: 07/06/26
Recruiter:St Giles Hospice
Reference:3118852073
Type:Permanent
Salary:Competitive
Location:Lichfield, Staffordshire
Description:

Contract type

Permanent

Location

Whittington

Hours

30 hours, Part time

Annual salary

Starting from B1 £26,273.71 with the ability to progress to B3 £27,451.03 - Pro rata for part time hours.

Annual salary

Review date

21/06/2026

The Finance Administrator will be responsible for day-to-day processes across the Hospice s accounts receivable and accounts payable functions including invoice processing, approval workflow management, payment processing, and accounting record maintenance through the Sage Intacct system. Working to monthly deadlines and providing a customer focused, financial service to the Hospice.

Qualifications

Essential

GCSE maths and English or equivalent

Completed or studying towards minimum of AAT Level 3, accountancy at degree level, or similar qualification

Knowledge and experience

Essential

Previous experience in financial administration or bookkeeping, with a demonstrable understanding of the processing of transactions along with the corresponding debits and credits made

Previous experience in managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and reconciling financial transactions

Knowledge of the different treatments for VAT and where these apply

Experience in using accounting software

Desirable

Experience in financial administration or bookkeeping within a healthcare, charity, or non-profit setting

Working knowledge of UK registered charity finance processes and regulations

Experience of navigating between the different entities of a group and taking responsibility of allocations

Experience with handling a central inbox and taking appropriate actions

Values

Exhibits our hospice values and behaviours

Skills

Essential

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel

Strong numerical and analytical skills, with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain financial information clearly to non-financial colleagues

Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

Ability to work independently, using initiative and analytical thinking to solve problems and improve processes

Embrace a collaborative approach and value teamwork

Desirable

Working experience of the Sage Intacct accounting software

Personal Attributes

Empathetic

Team player

Able to work under pressure

Collaborative

Ambassador for St Giles Hospice

Other requirements

Valid driving licence

Eligibility to work in the UK

Please note that St Giles Hospice does not hold a sponsorship licence and is therefore unable to accept sponsorship requests

Just so you know:

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