Ground Level is very excited to advertise a new opportunity within our Operations Team.
Based out of Ground Level's Lincoln Office as key member of the Operations team this role will be instrumental in delivering the charity's activities. The successful candidate will be flexible in their approach, being able to adapt themselves to a variety of tasks and willing to learn and grow their skills.
2 Days per week. £25-27k per annum, pro rata, permanent following successful probationary period. Based in our Lincoln Office with home working flexibility.
Description
Ground Level is a growing movement of churches and our vision is advancing the Kingdom of God everywhere. We believe that through relationship, unity and partnership we can see the Kingdom of God advance in our world.
We love and believe in the local church and exist as a family of churches to empower, support, strengthen and care for the church, its leaders and its ministries.
Ground Level operates through a series of key events throughout the year, as well as through our Church connections, resources, and development programmes. We are a passionate and determined team who love to learn and serve together to deliver our objectives.
This post is a strategic position within our operations team, working closely with the Operations Manager to oversee effective day to day financial operations, ensuring effective fiscal planning and reporting.
The successful applicant will be an active and vocal supporter of the work of Ground Level.
We would love for you to consider this vacancy as we partner together to see God’s Kingdom advance in our time.
Brief summary of duties
- Processing financial transactions having day to day oversight of the accounts receivable and payable ledger, bank accounts and income gateways.
- Processing payroll
- Inputting information into accounting software, performing bank reconciliations, VAT returns and other financial responsibilities including banking, gift aid processing, data inputting and card payment reconciliations
- Updating and creating reports including cash flows, budget variance, profit and loss, reserves forecasts and other as required
- Managing and ensuring compliance with statutory financial requirements, including assisting to develop and update financial policies and procedures, liaising with accountants and other external parties.
- Manage credit control procedures including raising of invoices and chasing payments
- Working with suppliers, service users, and other external parties to generate revenue and reduce expenses.
- Assist with forecasting, budget setting and reviews as required in liaison with the Operations Manager
- Support the overall function of the organisation including being available to support various Ground Level events and functions, take phone calls and provide support and guidance to Churches as required.
Skills required
- Basic accounting qualification or experience
- Strong computer skills
- High attention to detail
- Excellent analytical, literacy and communication skills
- Experience of using software packages such as Google Drive, Microsoft Office and Xero or similar accounting software.
- Experience of working dynamically and flexibly across multiple projects or operational areas at once
- Trustworthy and able to consistently model a high level of integrity and accountability
This post is subject to an Occupational Requirement that the post holder is a committed active Christian under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010.
For more information or to apply please contact Jason Gibson; This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Applications should include a CV and Covering Letter.
Closing date for applications 4th November 2024.
Provisional interview date 14th November 2024
