APPLICANTS WHO APPLY THROUGH INDEED WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED, YOU MUST COMPLETE THE ONLINE APPLICATION FORM HERE: https://ticketsforgood.com/uk/careers/bookkeeper-and-financial-administrator
Location: Sheffield, UK (Hybrid/Flexible Working)
Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 FTE (depending on experience)
Hours: 15 - 22.5 hours per week (flexible depending on the right candidate)
Reports to: Financial Controller (Head of Business Intelligence in the interim)
Start Date: Asap
Overview:
Tickets for Good is on a mission to make live events more accessible by providing free and discounted tickets to our member base of over 400,000 NHS and healthcare workers, charity workers, teachers, volunteers, and those who receive government support (Ticket Bank). We do this with the belief that event attendance provides a range of physical and mental benefits and that participation in cultural events should be open to all.
The Bookkeeper and Financial Administrator will play a key role in maintaining the financial records and day-to-day accounting operations of Tickets for Good. The postholder will ensure financial transactions are accurately recorded, reconciled and reported, supporting the organisation's continued growth and social impact mission. This role is ideally suited to an experienced bookkeeper who is confident using Sage on a daily basis and can take ownership of maintaining accurate financial records, reconciliations and reporting within a fast growth organisation.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Financial Record Keeping
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records for the whole operation.
- Process purchase invoices, supplier payments, staff expenses and income transactions using Sage Accounting.
- Raise and reconcile sales invoices where required.
- Record all income and expenditure transactions in Sage.
- Maintain the general ledger and supporting schedules.
- Ensure all transactions are correctly coded and recorded in accordance with company procedures.
Bank and Account Reconciliations
- Perform regular bank reconciliations.
- Reconcile payment platforms, merchant accounts and ticketing-related income streams.
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies promptly.
Accounts Payable and Receivable
- Manage supplier accounts and payment schedules.
- Monitor outstanding invoices and follow up on overdue payments.
Payroll Support
- Assist with payroll preparation and monthly payroll data checks.
- Maintain payroll records and employee financial documentation.
- Support pension and statutory payment administration.
Financial Administration Tasks
- Assist with payment run management.
- Produce regular financial reports and reconciliations from Sage.
- Assist with VAT returns and statutory filings.
- Maintain secure and organised financial records.
- Support on other various administrative tasks.
What We’re Looking For:
Education & Qualifications
- AAT qualified or studying towards AAT Level 3 or above, or equivalent bookkeeping qualification is desirable but not essential.
- Must have a minimum of 5 GCSEs A-C including both Maths and English.
Experience
- Minimum 2 years' experience in a bookkeeping, finance assistant or accounts role.
- Practical experience using Sage Accounting (Sage 50/200 desirable).
- Experience of dealing with multiple currencies and bank accounts.
- Experience processing invoices, payments, journals and reconciliations within Sage.
- Experience preparing financial reports from accounting software.
- Experience using Microsoft Excel for financial analysis and reporting.
Knowledge and Skills
- Strong working knowledge of Sage accounting software.
- Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles and financial controls.
- Ability to reconcile bank accounts, supplier accounts and balance sheet accounts using Sage.
- Excellent numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong organisational and administrative skills.
- Ability to handle confidential financial information appropriately.
Note: This person specification is meant to serve as a guide and is not an exhaustive list of qualifications, experience, skills, or personal attributes that may be required for the role.
Why Join Us?:
At Tickets for Good, you’ll be part of a passionate, purpose-driven team that believes in the power of live events to bring people together. We’re a supportive, collaborative group that values fresh ideas, initiative, and a shared commitment to making culture and entertainment more accessible.
You’ll be working alongside a talented team, including colleagues from across the UK and beyond, all bringing different skills, perspectives, and experiences to the table. You’ll be welcomed into a culture that values teamwork, creativity, and genuine impact and has the needs of our members at its heart.
Benefits:
- A day off for your birthday in addition to your annual leave entitlement
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Hybrid working
- Access to the Sheffield based office within the Workstation, which offers regular benefits as part of our membership (networking sessions, membership lunches, access to health and fitness workshops)
- Company Sick Pay and Personal Leave scheme, in addition to SSP
- Regular company socials in Sheffield
- Access to tickets to exciting events across the UK
To apply, please fill in the online application here, including a CV and a short cover letter, explaining why you’d be a great fit for this role.
The deadline for applying for this role is 10am on Monday 13th July.
Please fill in the online application form provided to apply for this role. Applications through other channels will not be reviewed.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £25,000.00-£30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Flexitime
- Sick pay
- Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Sheffield S1 2BX
