Finance Assistant - Permanent Part Time
Finance Assistant - Permanent Part Time
Team: Finance.
Location: Based in Pickering, North Yorkshire.
Contract: Permanent part time.
Salary: £19,000 25 hours per week (Flexible)
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity for a finance assistant with relevant experience to join our dynamic finance team. This key role will play an important part in supporting the finance team by administering the accurate and timely processing of entries to the Purchase and Sales Ledger.
About Us
The North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR) is one of the world’s greatest heritage railways, operating 24 miles of track through the stunning North York Moors National Park. As a registered charity, our mission is to inspire all generations by preserving our rich industrial, cultural and natural heritage. We are looking for talented individuals who share our passion and want to be part of something truly special.
You Will
- Process purchase invoices, credit notes and staff/volunteer expense claims accurately and in a timely manner.
- Ensuring prompt payment of invoices and expenses.
- Maintain the business’s purchase ledger.
- Dealing with and resolving supplier queries.
- Work alongside our volunteer resource in respect of the above.
- Raise sales invoices on behalf of various departments through the accounting system.
- Maintain the business’s sales ledger.
- Own the central finance@ inbox ensuring that all emails received are dealt with or escalated as required.
Personal Specification
- Experience working in a similar role or roles for a large or medium sized organisation.
- Computer literate with experience of an accounting package such as Sage.
- Strong communications and inter-personal skills with a confident telephone manner.
- A finance qualification such as AAT (desirable).
Benefits
- 22 days annual leave per year - pro rata for part-time/part-year.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme for you and your immediate family.
- Free standard travel on NYMR.
- Discounts in NYMR shops and tearooms.
- Free Car Parking at NYMR car parks whilst you are on duty
and more ...
Hours Information
The hours of work are over 5 days, would suit school hours of working. Open to discussion.
How to apply
Please read the Job Profile before completing the application form and then send it to hr@nymr.co.uk before the advertised closing date.
Closing Date: 25th July 2026 We will close the application should a suitable applicant be found.
NYMR is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those who engage with us.
Our Values
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Care
People matter to us. We support one another with kindness, respect, diversity and inclusion.
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Engage
We share our passion, skills and knowledge to connect with our team and communities.
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Inspire
We create a positive environment where people can contribute, grow and make a difference.
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Adapt
We embrace change to be innovative, resilient, relevant and sustainable.