Under the leadership of a new Bishop, the Diocese of Glasgow and Galloway is seeking to expand its staff group. You will be joining a small team of 5 who work alongside a an honorary secretary and treasurer, as well as Bishop and Dean. For the majority of the week, the running of the office is overseen by the Diocesan Administrator.

Role of Finance Assistant

The Diocese is seeking to recruit a finance assistant to work alongside our book-keeper in providing a professional finance and accounts service for the Centre, as well as help and advice to 53 independent church charities ( Charges) within the Diocese.

Essential Skills

Ideally you will be someone with a knowledge of sage, excel, and payroll who can give back up to our current book keeper and honorary treasurer, as well as providing help and support to our Charges as required. You will be flexible, adaptable and used to working within a small friendly co-operative team environment with an emphasis on pastoral care. Ideally, you will have some experience of working within the voluntary sector.

The role is a flexible one with days to suit you and the office although ideally your work pattern should overlap with the current book-keeper, so 2 days from Monday, Wednesday or Thursday would be preferable. Some home working could also be accommodated. A pro rata salary up to £30,000 dependent on skills and experience is offered, together with a generous non-contributory pension, and holiday entitlement. The occasional Saturday working will be necessary for which there is a generous overtime/toil package available.