Finance Assistant - Maternity Cover

Finance Assistant - Maternity Cover Detail-oriented professional with strong Excel, numeracy and organisational skills, experienced in financial administration, reporting and data accuracy. Motivated to support CAMFED’s mission. Job Description Job Title: Finance Assistant - Maternity Cover Location: UK Salary: Assistant level 8, Step 1 - £25,323 pa Contract: Full-time, 15-month Fixed Term- Maternity Cover, Hybrid Reporting to: Management Accountant Please note we will only be accepting applications from candidates with the Right To Work in the UK. Principle Accountability Provide comprehensive financial and analytical support to the international finance team during the maternity cover period, including maintaining key financial records, supporting cash management and transfer processes, processing intercompany journals and payroll reconciliations, updating donor reports and exchange rates, and contributing to KPI and financial reporting. The role also ensures accurate financial administration, supports donor funding activities, and maintains data integrity and compliance across all finance operations. Who we are CAMFED (Campaign for Female Education) supports young women throughout their primary and secondary school years, into economic training and further education, and onto leadership, as role models, activists, and philanthropists. Our focus is on vulnerable girls and young women in rural areas of Africa. Specific Accountabilities Maintain and regularly update the Active Grant Listing, ensuring accuracy and completeness. Prepare and update weekly cash flow analysis to support effective cash management. Support cash management processes, including preparation of payment request forms (PRFs), cash transfers, and related exchange rate requests. Maintain and update exchange rates, ensuring accuracy and consistency across financial records and reporting. Process and upload intercompany journals and charges as required, including monthly payroll journals. Assist in the preparation and updating of donor reports for governance meetings, project kick-off calls, and final submissions. Maintain and update donor funding portfolio information to support financial planning and reporting. Produce EA analysis and contribute to KPI and performance reporting. Support the preparation of CAMFED Australia Board papers, including relevant financial analysis and reporting. Perform payroll reconciliations and support consolidation processes to ensure accurate financial reporting. Provide general finance administration and housekeeping support, maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records. Undertake any other duties as required to support the finance team. Person Specification A degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience Studying towards or interested in pursuing a professional accountancy qualification (e.g. AAT, ACCA, CIMA) desirable Interest in international development or the not-for-profit sector desirable Essential Strong numeracy skills and good financial awareness Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel Good organisational skills with the ability to manage tasks and prioritise effectively Strong written and verbal communication skills Self-motivated, flexible, and able to work effectively within a dynamic team environment Quick learner with a proactive approach to work Ability to work accurately under pressure and meet deadlines Right to work in the UK The duties and responsibilities in this role profile are not exhaustive and are subject to change following the needs of the organization. A job profile needs to be flexible enough to allow us to be adaptive as an organization. CAMFED Values The post holder is expected to live the CAMFED values which are: Focus on the girl as client Partner with the Community Be transparent and accountable Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at CAMFED CAMFED is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including those from marginalised communities. All official communication pertaining to job applications and interviews will be exclusively conducted through CAMFED's official channels. These can be found on our website ( http://www.camfed.org ). CAMFED will never request applicants to pay a processing fee or to provide personal or financial information for recruitment purposes. CAMFED has a zero-tolerance approach to sexual exploitation, abuse, discrimination and harassment in all forms. All applicants will, therefore, be subject to a comprehensive verification process, which includes background and reference checks, as well as verification of qualifications. Application details Please submit your application by 24th June 2026 Department Finance Locations United Kingdom Remote status Hybrid About CAMFED CAMFED catalyzes the power of the most vulnerable girls and young women to create the future they imagine — for themselves, for their communities, and for Africa. Founded in 1993