We are looking for a Finance Assistant to join the team and provide professional finance support to support business delivery throughout the Trust.,

Supporting appropriate financial control and accounting arrangements within Trust Financial Rules

Ensure cash receipting and income allocation across the Trust is properly accounted for in an accurate and timely manner

Monitor the department inbox and respond to queries or pass on to other team members

Daily import of transactions from bank statements and performance of the bank reconciliation

Assist with the reconciliation of the two separate bank accounts for the Trust and its trading subsidiary, including investigation and correction of any unreconciled items

Support compliance with the Trust's Financial Rules and procedures in all relevant areas, including procurement and monitoring of contracts with suppliers

Ensure correct treatment of VAT on activities and assist with preparation of VAT returns

Support month end processes, including preparation of any accruals and adjustments

Carry out any other duties as directed to support effective financial controls, reporting and business delivery

High level of IT skills - MS Office

Strong Excel and analysis skills and experience of other financial reporting tools

Ability to record and deal with data accurately and effectively. Excellent attention to detail

Ability to respond to business growth and changing priorities positively and quickly

Works together with employees, colleagues and customers to resolve problems and implement change initiatives

Ability to maintain confidentiality in accordance with current data protection legislation

The Cheltenham Trust is an independent charity that manages Cheltenham's most iconic venues and is a lead provider of culture and leisure in the town. The impact of the pandemic has seen the trust adapt and change and, as a result, develop a new business model that focuses on growth and future sustainability. We are an ambitious and dynamic organisation, and we recognise that we need the right people with the right skills to help us achieve our vision and goals.