Could you be our Finance Volunteer?

Want to help us keep making a difference to people with learning disabilities? Do you have a background in bookkeeping or finances? We are currently looking for a new volunteer to join our small charity and help our finance department.

See the person specification below and get in touch if it describes you!

Finance Volunteer

  • Ensure accurate financial information is available for management accounts, budgets and forecasts, as well as for financial reports on activities and projects.

  • Support the development of the annual budget (and subsequent quarterly forecasts) in conjunction with the CEO and the treasurer.

  • Ensure accurate financial information is available for management accounts, budgets and forecasts, as well as for financial reports on activities and projects.

  • Run payments, bookkeeping and banking activities, maintaining up to date computerised records and maximising use of the software system (Xero).

  • Administer and record sales, including preparation of invoices, with an awareness of the chargeable levels of VAT on different Beyond Words items.

  • Assist with the year-end process, preparation of annual reports and financial statements.

  • Schedule the VAT and GifAid returns, so they are completed on a timely basis.

  • Adhere to financial policies including asset management and reserves.

This is a voluntary role for an experienced bookkeeper to assist with our day-to-day finances. Attendance at our Leatherhead office will be required.

If you’re interested in this voluntary role with Books Beyond Words please email your CV to Katie Smith, Chief Executive, katiesmith@booksbeyondwords.co.uk