Finance Coordinator

Spinal Injuries Association

Hours
21 hours per week

About the Organisation

Spinal Injuries Association is committed to a singular vision: a fulfilled life for everyone affected by spinal cord injury. Everyone has a right to live a fulfilled life, and that means the life they choose, a life that has the same opportunities as everyone else. We are the expert guiding voice for life after spinal cord injury.

About the role

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will take the lead on day-to-day finance administration and processing across SIA and its subsidiaries, from purchase invoices and bank reconciliations to payroll preparation and credit control. You will also help drive improvements to our finance systems and processes, and act as a first point of contact for finance queries from colleagues across the organisation. This is a great opportunity for an experienced finance professional who enjoys ownership of a varied workload, likes solving problems, and wants their work to have a direct, visible impact on a charity's mission.

The Finance Coordinator is responsible for the effective administration and processing of the organisation's financial transactions, ensuring accurate financial records, strong financial controls and timely information to support the Finance Manager and the wider organisation. The role contributes to systems and process improvements and supports effective financial management across SIA and its subsidiaries.

Responsibilities

Finance Administration & Processing:

• Lead on the finance administration and processing for SIA and its subsidiaries, including:
  • Processing of purchase invoices, company credit cards and expenses, investigating and resolving queries
  • Processing income received via various channels, including investigating variances and queries
  • Processing of journals
  • Preparing supplier payments
  • Processing petty cash transactions
  • Preparing monthly bank reconciliations and supporting documentation for review, authorisation and sign -off
  • Supporting the preparation and reconciliation of balance sheet control accounts
  • Assisting in maintaining accurate financial records and audit trails.

Reporting, Year-End and Audit:

• Assist in the preparation of the year -end accounts and provide support to the auditors.
• Assist with the development and preparation of reports as required.

Credit Control:

• Lead the production and monitoring of the aged debtors report.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation to ensure timely collection of outstanding debts.

Payroll Preparation:

• Prepare and submit payroll information to the outsourced payroll provider.
• Review payroll reports and assist in resolving payroll queries.
• Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation.

Other Responsibilities:

• Play a key role in the development of finance and CRM systems and continuously seek opportunities for process improvement.
• Manage a range of complex queries, identifying and resolving issues.
• Contribute to the development and updating of finance policies and procedures.
• Support senior finance staff with projects and ad hoc tasks as required.
• Lead on finance systems induction for staff, providing support and training.
• Ensure all documents are filed electronically in line with the data retention schedule.
• Cover for Finance Officer as required.

Reporting and Line Management Responsibilities:

• Support the induction, training and development of finance team members.
• Participate in line management and annual performance appraisals with the Finance
• Manager, undertaking continuous professional development as agreed.
• Manage and organise own workload to ensure accuracy, efficiency and effectiveness.
• Undertake any other duties or projects commensurate with the level of the role.

Skills, Competencies, Experience & Attributes

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Demonstrable experience of having successfully supported a finance function of an SME and a charity.
• Excellent numeracy and financial awareness, attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience of purchase ledger, sales ledger, bank reconciliations and month -end finance processes.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics, Business Central, Continia and Jet reporting.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills ( VLOOKUP’s, pivot tables).
• Good understanding of finance systems and confidence adopting new technologies and digital tools.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to explain financial issues clearly.
• Able to work on own initiative and liaise effectively with staff at varying levels of seniority.
• Excellent problem -solving skills and ability to think logically.
• Excellent organisational capabilities and ability to prioritise.
• Experience or knowledge of the UK voluntary sector, preferably disability charities.

Personal Attributes:

• Values -led coordinator with a passion for SIA’s mission, vision and values.
• An excellent relationship builder with strong communication and influencing skills and thrive on working collaboratively with colleagues.
• Growth mindset and believe in fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Self -motivated with excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Positive, pragmatic, and solution -focused and able to get things done.
• Uphold the highest standards of personal conduct, probity, credibility, honesty and integrity that inspire trust & confidence.

Required Qualifications

• AAT qualified or actively studying towards AAT qualification.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual leave: 28 days per holiday year plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after two years of service (pro-rated for part-time employees)
• Group pension scheme (6% employer contribution)
• Group life assurance scheme
• Healthcare cash plan
• Discounted gym membership
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Employee volunteer days
• Free car parking at SIA House
• Investing in our people, all members of staff are encouraged to discuss their development plans and aspirations with their line manager. A budget is available for talent development.

Working locations

• Hybrid model, working in the Milton Keynes office and remotely

How to apply

• Please upload your CV and a covering letter setting out your interest in and suitability for the role by 9 am, 22nd July 2026.
• Please complete all supplementary questions on your application form and create a Full Profile, as these will inform our initial sift.
• Please note that once you have submitted your application, you will not be able to return to the questions, so please be prepared to complete the full application in one sitting. If you do need to make amendments, please email [email protected] for assistance.

Policies

At SIA, we value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment as we believe diversity fosters a more innovative, creative, and caring culture. We are striving to create a culture that fully represents all the communities we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, family or parental status, or disability status. Disabled candidates who meet the standard job criteria will be offered a guaranteed interview. Fully remote working is considered for the right candidate. No agencies, please.

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