Employer: Accounting for Good CIC
Reporting to: Founding Director
Location: Office-based in Blaydon
Hours: 20 hours per week – 4 hours per day
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Contract Type: Permanent

About Accounting for Good CIC

Accounting for Good CIC provides accounting services, consultancy and training for charities, social enterprises, and individuals facing barriers to self-employment. We are committed to financial sustainability and ethical business practices to create a positive social impact.

We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Personal Assistant (PA) to support the Founding Director with administrative tasks, internal bookkeeping, and sales invoicing. The ideal candidate will be reliable, discrete, efficient, and confident in handling financial and administrative responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

PA & Administrative Support

• Diary and email management – scheduling meetings and events, prioritising correspondence, and responding where necessary

• Organising documents, maintaining accurate records, making travel arrangements and handling confidential information

• Drafting correspondence, reports, and supporting documentation

• Conducting research and assisting with ad hoc business tasks

Bookkeeping

• Preparing and sending sales invoices accurately and on time

• Tracking invoice payments and following up on outstanding amounts

• Maintaining financial records and assisting with bookkeeping tasks

• Supporting bank reconciliations, expense tracking, and financial reporting

• Assisting with credit control to ensure timely payments from clients

• This role does not include any bookkeeping for clients it is internal only

Skills & Experience Required

Essential:

• Experience in PA, administration, bookkeeping, or finance

• Proficiency in QuickBooks, or other accounting software

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Strong numeracy skills and attention to detail

• Excellent time management and organisational skills

• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Proactive and taking the initiative to solve problems

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Desirable:

• Understanding of charities, social enterprises, or community interest companies (CICs)

• Experience with credit control and client invoicing

• Familiarity with Canva, Mailchimp, LinkedIn, or other business tools

Benefits:

• Office-based role in Blaydon – no remote working

• Opportunity to work with a mission-driven organisation

• Supportive work environment with autonomy in daily tasks

• Permanent contract with stable hours

How to Apply:

Please send your CV and a short cover letter outlining your experience to kay@accountingforgood.co.uk by 28 February 2025.