The Yard is an award-winning charity that runs adventure play services for disabled children, young people and their families in Scotland. We offer disabled children and their siblings the chance to experience creative, adventurous indoor and outdoor play in a well-supported environment. Our services are known for their innovative and inclusive approaches, and our facilities are unique in Scotland.

Due to increasing numbers attending our services, we are looking to increase our team of Playworkers at The Yard Edinburgh.

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Do you get a buzz from helping children and young people, creating laughter, mess and happy memories? If so, we think we have the ideal role for you.

We are looking for individuals who can initiate and support innovative and engaging play for disabled children and young people, focusing on their interests and needs.

If successful you will join our team of passionate and committed playworkers, delivering child-led, family sessions at our purpose-built site in Edinburgh. You’ll plan and deliver a range of play activities such as arts and crafts, loose parts play, den-building, sensory and water play. You’ll be an integral part of our team, with the opportunity for training and development. We are an accredited living wage employer and offer a wide range of benefits.

The successful candidate may have experience working in childcare, early years, nursery, play, youth work or the care sector.

Join us to help improve the lives of disabled children and their families by becoming our new Finance Officer. We have big aspirations, and our Finance team are an integral part of our success. We’re now seeking a meticulous and proactive Finance Officer to join our team in Edinburgh.

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As a Finance Officer, you will play a crucial role in our financial operations. Your expertise in accounts payable and receivable, along with your analytical skills, will ensure the accuracy and integrity of our financial processes. If you have a passion for finance and are looking to contribute to a meaningful mission, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

Accounts Payable Management:

• Post supplier invoices and ensure correct authorisation for payment.
• Resolve discrepancies and manage reimbursements effectively.
• Advise the Finance Manager (FM) on items to be depreciated or posted as prepayments to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Identify regular monthly payments at month-end and manage accruals as necessary.

Payment Runs:

• Oversee payment runs by creating bank payments, compiling payment reports, and coordinating authorisation emails.

Accounts Receivable Management:

• Reconcile income with fundraising activities and provide comprehensive income reports.

Bank Reconciliations

• Complete all bank reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy.

Payroll Support:

• Assist with tasks related to the organisation’s monthly payroll.
• Prepare and post all payroll-related journals.

Depreciation:

• Post monthly depreciation journals as supplied by the FM.

The successful candidate will have:

• Proven experience in finance, preferably in accounts payable and receivable roles.
• Strong understanding of financial processes and accounting principles.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient in accounting software, ideally QuickBooks, and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively under time pressure within a team and communicate effectively

Read more about some of the excellent benefits available to people who work at The Yard.