Job Description

Summary of Position

The Bookkeeper is responsible for maintaining the charity's financial records, ensuring that all transactions are accurately logged, and assisting in financial reporting. You will work closely with the finance team to ensure that financial practices are transparent, efficient, and in compliance with charity law.

Position within Organisation

The bookkeeper reports to the Finance Manager.

Main Tasks Involved

Meticulously record all financial activities, including sales, purchases, payments, and expenses. Maintenance of sales ledgers Maintenance of purchase ledgers Processing of payments Overseeing delivery of artists' self-billing invoices Ensuring data entry to accountancy software is consistent and meticulously recorded

Other

Sharing Create's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of participants. Our Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults Policy. Undertaking any other duties as may be reasonably required by the Chief Executive.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential Qualifications and Experience

Relevant finance qualification (full or part qualified) or similar experience Minimum of two years' experience using Sage 50 and / or Xero

Desirable Experience

Experience of Xero Experience of taking part in a change of accountancy software Experience of Salesforce CRM

Skills and Abilities

Demonstrable interest in Create's mission. Effective time management, prioritisation and planning skills. Accuracy and meticulous attention to detail. Exceptional organisational and administrative skills. Ability to work to strict deadlines and remain calm under pressure. Confidentiality. Ability to work within a small, multi-disciplinary team. Ability to prioritise and work to disparate agendas. Self-motivation and ability to work on own initiative. Numeracy. An understanding of equal opportunities and a commitment to diversity. Commitment to Create, its activities and mission. High level of computer literacy including Microsoft 365 and accountancy software.

Terms & Conditions

This is a part time role offered at 21 hours pw (0.6 FTE). Our offices are based in London and we offer hybrid working. For the right candidate we might consider remote working. Salary: 27k-30k pa pro rata (0.6 FTE). Holiday: 25 days (including 3 faith days) + 8 Public Holidays pro rata. 2 further days pro rata after 5 years' service.
A beautiful office based in the City of London. Hybrid working is available following induction period. 21-hour week: standard office hours are 9.30am-5.30pm, Monday to Friday with an hour for lunch. Work outside these hours is required on occasions. The opportunity to visit occasional projects and Showcase events. As part of Create's Green Action Plan, the charity offers the Cycle to Work scheme. T&C Apply. In line with Create's Safeguarding Policy, all staff are required to have a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which Create will carry out upon appointment.
Create closes the office over the Christmas period. For staff members who celebrate other faith days, however, the charity is happy to discuss alternative dates.*

Application via application form only. CVs not accepted.

Create is committed to a policy of equal opportunities embracing diversity in all areas of activity and positively welcomes applications from disabled people and people of all ethnicities

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Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 27,000.00-30,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 21 per week

Work Location: Hybrid remote in London EC2N 2HE

Application deadline: 07/05/2025