Finance Assistant - Thetford, United Kingdom - British Trust for Ornithology
Description
The BTO is looking for a Finance Assistant to take on a varied accounts role consisting of day to day coding and inputting of accounting transactions, and providing support and cover for purchase ledger, sales ledger, payroll and reception as required.
We are looking for someone with excellent book-keeping and inputting skills, with high standards of accuracy and the ability to work flexibly as part of a team to achieve tight deadlines.
Bookkeeping/Accounting qualifications would be desirable, but not essential.
This position is based at our HQ in Thetford, Norfolk, although you will be able to work from home part of the time on a hybrid working regim, where this meets business needs.
You can read the full role description by clicking on the role description under 'supporting documents' in the job details on our careers page. Please contact us if you are not sure if you meet all the criteria for the role and would like to discuss the role in more detail.
ABOUT US
British Trust for Ornithology:
Birds Science People; it is a powerful combination - will you be part of it?
BTO helps to secure the future for birds and nature, using our science, monitoring and data to inform good environmental decisions, inspiring others with the wonder of birds and empowering them to work with us.
Our priority is to make a positive impact for birds, using our strong and objective science in partnership with others.
We strive to work sustainably and to welcome everyone.Our values
We are evidence-led, using our science, data and expertise to make a positive difference for birds and for people.
We are inclusive, supporting, valuing and having respect for our staff and those who work with us.
We are collaborative, working in partnership with individuals and organisations to achieve our collective goals.
We are empowering, using our work to create opportunities through which individuals and communities can engage with science and the natural world, for the benefit of all.
WHAT WE OFFER
£12,445 per annum
Annual leave entitlement on starting is 25 days plus bank holidays (pro rata if part time).
Life assurance (four times salary)
11% employer pension contribution
Employee Assistance Programme offering help and advice to staff and their families on matters related to bereavement, wellbeing, finances, relationships, family and more.
This includes a number of free counselling sessions if they are needed.Retail discounts
Cycle to work scheme
- spread the cost of purchasing a new bike and save money
Discounts on BTO books
Flexible working
- A combination of home and office working and flexible start and finish times (where this meets business needs)
Free car parking
Effective job evaluation policy that recognises where staff increase their level of responsibility over time
Coaching and mentoring scheme
Staff groups and forums
- First Aiders and mental health first aiders, Coaching and mentoring, Diversity working, Sustainability and Natural Working, and our staff group, creating a positive and welcoming culture to work in.
Commitment to sustainability
If you have a disability or long-term illness that otherwise prevents you from meeting any of the essential criteria, please contact us to discuss whether a reasonable adjustment could be made.
As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the vacancy.
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