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We have an opportunity for a full-time Finance Assistant to join our team at KORT (Kashmir Orphan Relief Trust) based at the Leicester Business Centre on Ross Walk, Leicester.
We are a UK registered charity that looks after orphan children in Mirpur, Azad Kashmir, and we run many projects to alleviate poverty for the needy people of Azad Kashmir and Pakistan.
Job Description:
We are seeking an organized and proactive Finance Assistant to join our team. As the Finance Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our organization financial system. Your responsibilities will include maintaining accounts, filing receipts/payments, answering client queries, and providing support to other office colleagues.
Working hours will be Monday to Friday 9am-5pm with flexibility required to assist at Fundraising events on a few evenings and weekends during seasonal demand. (We dont offer sponsorships for this job role)
Responsibilities:
The incoming Finance Assistant will be responsible for the full financial system of the organisation supporting to the office manager.
- General bookkeeping tasks (bank reconciliations, purchases / sales invoicing etc.) for multiple accounts.
- Prepare donation summaries, reconciliations and internal transfers.
- Preparing management reports, donation logs, sponsorship summaries etc.
- Act as the main point of contact for clients, providing support in person, via telephone, email and e-meetings.
- Manage donor accounts, answering queries when necessary.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Speaking Urdu will have an added advantage
- The successful Finance Assistant will ideally have AAT or ICB qualifications and have experience using Xero accounting software.
- Previous experience in a related field preferred.
- Self-driven and excellent customer care skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
- Attention to detail and professional appearance.
- Highly motivated and able to prioritize efficiently.
- Ability to work alone or as part of a team.
