Accounts Assistant

Job Purpose: Duties & Skills By the end of the apprenticeship, the successful applicant will have developed the skills to be able to:- • Record transactional data. • Use the organisation’s standard tools and processes to examine data to identify transactional issues such as, reconciliations and inconsistencies between invoices. • Recognise and rectify routine errors, escalating as necessary. • Plan and review accounting and finance tasks. • Communicate with stakeholders to deliver accurate and timely results, avoiding jargon, using language tailored to the audience and different media methods with an appreciation of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications. • Use finance and accounting software packages to accurately input and manage data to contribute to routine accounting tasks. • Handle data and digital technology in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data. JOB REQUIREMENTS • Must have GCSE level 4 or equivalent in English & Maths. • No previous experience required as all training will be provided. PERSON SPECIFICATION • Must be confident in using technology & not afraid to learn new software • Good communication with colleagues and the wider community • Eager to learn • Flexible • Organised • Keen eye for detail, good at spotting errors • Enjoys streamlining processes and making tasks more efficient PARTNERSHIP WORKING The Brick is committed to delivering Wigan Council’s Deal approach and as such we are asking for applicants who adopt the 3 core behaviours being; positive, accountable and courageous. We are looking for innovation and creativity, The Brick is not afraid to do things differently and pilot new initiatives to trial and test new ideas. OTHER Health and Safety In line with Health and Safety and Lone Working Policies, take reasonable care of personal health and safety and the health and safety of colleagues, mentors and service users and other persons who may be affected by acts and omissions. Reporting any incidents and Safeguarding concerns in a timely and effective manner following the Wigan tier report system. Diversity Understand and implement The Brick’s Equality and Diversity Policy. Out of Hours You will be expected to undertake work in the early mornings, evenings and weekends to ensure full delivery. Be willing to undertake and assist in fundraising activities which may occur out of hours promoting fundraising for the Charity. General To be responsible to the Charity’s Management team. The post holder will be expected to: Perform any other duties consistent with the broad objectives of the post. Participate in individual performance review and respond to agreed objectives. Attend and be an active participant in team meetings, team training and other internal meetings etc. Attend external meetings, forums, conferences, training etc. as required by Queen’s Hall Action on Poverty. Being aware of professional standards expected in the service, in terms of holistic person-centred delivery, required ongoing personal and professional development. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation, national and local policies, procedures, recommendations and guidelines. Take responsibility for ensuring that legal obligations regarding information which is processed for our beneficiaries, donors and staff is kept accurate, confidential, secure and in line with the Data Protection Act (1998) and Confidentiality Policies. Not abuse their official position for personal gain, to seek advantage of further private business or other interests in the course of their official duties. To undertake other such duties consistent with the post, as jointly agreed between the post holder and Queen’s Hall Action on Poverty. To at all times deliver the service in line with and adhere to the Policies and Procedures. To undertake other duties when required in order to aid in the smooth running of the project. To promote good communication within The Brick and the Charity as a whole. Queen’s Hall Action on Poverty are committed to the safeguarding and protection of all young people and adults, In line with our Safeguarding policies. We will carefully select, train and support all those with any responsibility within the Charity, in accordance with our rigorous recruitment and selection policies.