Finance Assistant

Hours: Full-time 34.5 hours per week (part-time requests maybe considered)

Location:Hybrid working (a minimum of 40% working from our office in Yeadon Leeds)

Salary: 26073.23 - 29345.65

Contract:Permanent

DBS: A basic check will be required

(For more information please read our Policy Statement on the recruitment of ex-offendersor our FAQs)

About us

At Epilepsy Action we are inclusive ambitious supportive and committed to creating aworld without limitsfor people with epilepsy.

As we achieve the goals in our 2024 - 2030 strategy we are excited to welcome you to our passionate supportive and committed team.

We understand the importance of a work life balance and thats why we have a number of ways to support our people to achieve this. By operating a flexible and supportive approach we empower people to work in a way that suits them that also meets the need of the charity.

If you are interested in building a career you can be proud of in an inclusive and ambitious organisation we might have the role for you!

About the role

As Finance Assistant you will play a key role in supporting the charitys financial operations ensuring transactions are processed accurately and efficiently. Working as part of the Corporate Services team you will help maintain robust financial records and controls while also contributing to the development and integrity of financial and operational data across our systems. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is detail-oriented organised and keen to use their finance and data skills to support Epilepsy Actions commitment of creating a world without limits for people with epilepsy.

At Epilepsy Action we recognise the power of collaboration and teamwork so our team members with hybrid contracts are required to work a minimum of 40% of their time at our office in Yeadon Leeds. On average this is 2 days a week normally on Mondays and Thursdays for full-time employees.

Because regular face-to-face collaboration is an important part of this role applicants should be based within a reasonable commuting distance of our Yeadon office and be able to attend the office as required.

The expectation to collaborate in person is driven in part by your role and the activities you need to do which may vary from time to time so you will need to work in a flexible way to help us create a world without limits for people with epilepsy.

About you

We are looking for someone who:

• Has strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Has good numerical administrative and organisational skills
• Has the ability to follow processes and procedures consistently
• Is confident using financial systems CRMs and demonstrates basic Microsoft Excel skills
• Understands the importance of GDPR confidentiality and handling sensitive information appropriately
• Works collaboratively as part of a team while also being able to work independently

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Interested

If you are interested in what you have read so far you can either submit your application via our online portal or alternatively if you still have some questions before applyingyou can contact us for a friendly informal chat at emailprotected

Being an Inclusive Organisation

We want everyone in our community regardless of their backgrounds identities abilities or circumstances to feel valued and respected to participate fully.We know that inclusivity isnt about numbers; its about embracing diversity and ensuring that everyones voice is heard needs are met and contributions are acknowledged.

We recognise that each persons experiences shape how they think and having diverse representation across the organisation is fundamental to achieving our ambitions.

Despite this we are not as diverse as we would like and we actively encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and cultures in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented.

We are also proud to be a Disability Confident Leader this means we encourage applications from disabled people and we are committed to interviewing disabled applicants who demonstrate through their application that they meet the essential criteria in the person specification. We want to support you to perform your best so if you require any reasonable adjustments please let us know.

Safer Recruitment

Epilepsy Action will ensure that all staff and volunteers who workin roles which are legally entitled to get a DBS or Access NI (NorthernIreland) check are screened appropriate to the role.

If a DBS or Access NI check reveals a conviction for a sexual offence against a child or vulnerable adult whenever it was committed that individual is not suitable for that role and will not be recruited. Any other convictions will be considered on an individual basis.

For further information please see our Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults Policy and Safeguarding Children Policy or contact emailprotected

Closing Date: Wednesday 8th July 2026 @ 9am

1st stage interviews:Week commencing 13th July 2026

2nd stage interviews:Week commencing 27th July 2026

Recruitment process: We believe that having the 1st stage interview allows us and you to have an open and honest conversation about the role our organisation culture and what attracted you to apply. Following this we will be inviting shortlisted candidates to face-to-face panel interview.

If you want to find out more about what it is like to work with us visitour jobs webpageand review our FAQs.

If you have a disability or long term health condition and feel that you would benefit from a reasonable adjustment as part of the process please contact emailprotected

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications therefore early applications are advised.