Swansea Women’s Aid (SWA) offers dynamic, innovative services to women and children experiencing violence against women, domestic abuse and sexual violence (VAWDASV).

Finance Officer

Salary: £32,591

Location: Swansea Office and hybrid working from home

Hours: 35 hours

This post is permanent

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, you will provide a full financial management accounting service for this well-established charity organisation.

Experienced in all aspects of SME organisation finances, you will be well versed in monthly accounts preparation, providing timely information and delivering tight financial control over operations. 

This post would suit a seasoned professional looking to utilise their skills within a charity framework or an individual with experience in organisation finances, who is looking for a career move up to manage the full function.  

Ideally you will have:

An accounting qualification, however experience is of equal value. 

Experience of all accounting functions within a SME or charity/similar organisation e.g. purchase matching, BACS payroll, monthly accounts preparation, petty cash management etc.

Experience of meeting accounting deadlines and setting priorities for yourself and others

Experience of using SAGE/IRIS/Quickbooks or similar accounting package and Microsoft Excel spreadsheets

Experience of drafting management financial information, and meaningful reporting of variances to Chief Executive/Trustee Board

Strong communication skills both orally and in writing

Self-reliant, ability to prioritise workload and able to problem solve independently

Strong understanding of confidentiality and data protection principles

The ability to commit to, and work within, the aims, principles and policies of Swansea Women’s Aid 

As in any organisation prudent financial management is key to success, but it can be argued that it is even more important in a charity context.  This is an opportunity to join a professional team utilising your experience to make a real difference to Swansea Women’s Aid and to the lives of women and children in Swansea experiencing VAWDASV.

SWA value diversity and are committed to promoting equality. They encourage applications from women from all backgrounds and communities –  Black, Asian, LGTBQ+ or other ethnic minority backgrounds and people with a disability. 

They particularly welcome applications from Welsh speaking candidates.                        

Under the Equality Act 2010 pursuant to Schedule 9, Part 1, this role is a woman only post.

Click here for more information or email [email protected] 

Closing date: 9am on Wednesday 8th May 2024

Interview date: Week commencing 13th May 2024

Start date: asap