Finance Assistant

Information

At CrossReach we’re a charitable organisation that puts people at the heart of everything we do.  From caring for older people, children and families and the homeless to supporting those with learning disabilities, we’ve been delivering innovative social care for 150 years.  And as one of Scotland’s largest social care providers, we have 65 services and 1,800 employees across the country.

As a member of our Corporate Services team you’ll be helping some of the most vulnerable people in our society live safer, fuller and happier lives.  Our values driven culture means we are accepting, respectful and compassionate to both our service users and employees.  So, join us and you’ll be part of a professional environment with a range of development opportunities and a generous benefits package.  It’s a career that will enhance both your life and the lives of vulnerable people across Scotland.

If you would like to talk to someone about the types of opportunities we have, or have any other questions, please contact recruitment.team@crossreach.org.uk.

Main Function

To assist in the processing of Payroll services and other services within the Finance Department ensuring that agreed timescales, legislative and audit requirements are met.

Main Duties

1. To be responsible for a particular area of the Finance Department as agreed with the Payroll Officer/Finance Manager.
2. To input all necessary data to the finance systems accurately and within agreed timescales.
3. To download and check all timesheets submitted on HR21/MHR21.
4. To ensure that all statutory payments are made and make deductions ensuring CrossReach complies with current legislation.
5. To ensure that required forms are emailed/printed, and distributed to meet agreed timescales.
6. To provide clarification, advice and guidance to staff and managers regarding MHR21/HR21 systems and all payments made.
7. To run reports and provide statistical information from the Finance systems, as required by the Department and/or Business Partner.
8. To provide guidance to Services in processing and authorising data.
9. To complete and return authorised requests for information eg. mortgage references requests etc. within agreed timescales.
10. To be responsible for the upkeep of accurate filing systems and general finance administration.
11. To be involved in the development of systems to meet the needs of the Business Review.
12. To undertake any other duties as specified by the Payroll Officer or Finance Manager.

Personal

Have respect for all aspects of Christian worship.

This post requires you to either complete a Disclosure or be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme and undertake the necessary vetting checks.

Skills and Abilities

Essential:

• Experience of working in a finance related office environment.
• Ability to carry out accurate data entry.
• Good personal communication skills- both verbal and written.
• Experience of working with computer processing system and knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• The ability to work as an effective and enthusiastic member of a team and also to be capable of planning and using initiative in working towards tight deadlines.