Finance Assistant

Shape stronger communities by keeping the finances behind life-changing projects running smoothly

We are recruiting for a: Finance Assistant

The primary function of the Finance Assistant is to assist in the delivery of a comprehensive, high quality financial service to Groundwork Cheshire, Lancashire & Merseyside. They are expected to plan and organise their workload to ensure that targets and deadlines are met. They will also be required to work flexibly and effectively both individually and as a team member to achieve team objectives and ensure departmental deadlines are achieved.

Job Purpose

Every successful community project starts with strong foundations – and that's where you come in.

At Groundwork Cheshire, Lancashire & Merseyside, every invoice processed, payment made and ledger balanced helps support projects that improve communities, protect the environment and create opportunities for people across the region.

As our Finance Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth running of our financial operations, helping the organisation deliver meaningful and lasting impact.

Joining our supportive Finance Team, you'll be involved in a wide range of responsibilities including sales and purchase ledger activities, customer and supplier liaison, expense processing and financial administration.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with numbers, takes pride in accuracy and wants to be part of a team that values collaboration, professionalism and continuous improvement.

If you're passionate about finance, motivated by making a difference, and want your work to support projects that have a lasting impact on people and places, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help make every pound count.

For full details of the job description and person specification please download the Recruitment Pack below.


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Interview Details

Interviews will take place in-person in Wigan on 4 September.

Language English
Job type Finance
Work location Wigan
Region Groundwork Cheshire, Lancashire & Merseyside
Working hours 20 hours per week, Tuesday to Friday, 9.30am to 2.30pm
Role type Part time
Contract type Permanent (Paid)
Salary £14,082 – £15,450
Application closing date 23rd August 2026
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