Finance Assistant

Location:Portsmouth

Salary:£29,000 to £31,000pa plus benefits

Job type:Permanent Full Time

About the Role

Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Finance Assistant will support the organisation’s financial operations by efficiently processing accounts payable transactions. This includes ensuring invoices are accurately recorded, payments are made on time, and all relevant documentation is maintained to uphold compliance and transparency. The role also involves collaborating with internal teams and external suppliers to resolve queries and contribute to a smooth workflow within the finance department.

The RNBT exists to support Royal Navy Ratings and Royal Marines Other Ranks, both serving and served, and their loved ones, through life’s challenges. Established in 1922 under Royal Charter, The Trust continues to provide a lifeline of support: from financial assistance and training opportunities to wellbeing guidance and signposting, as well as accommodation at our Care Homes and Almshouse.

The RNBT has a ‘family-run’ feel and we have carefully created a supportive, friendly and close-knit team, making it a unique and very special place to work.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain accurate records on the charity’s accounting system. Process all purchases invoices and journals on to the accounting system in a timely manner in accordance with credit terms and ensuring appropriate authorisation has been obtained; liaise with suppliers on payment queries; initiate payments on banking system
Reconciliation of supplier statements
Process grants and other payments through the Grant Management database
Process staff, trustee and volunteer expenses, ensuring appropriate authorisation has been obtained
Management of petty cash system in accordance with appropriate financial controls
Monthly payment and reconciliation of corporate credit cards
Banking of cash and cheques on a regular basis
Creation of new Residents onto the accounting system
Management of new Resident Direct Debit forms
Raise sales invoices for Resident Sundry expenses
Provide cover for Payroll
Any other tasks that may arise that fall in line with the role

What We Are Looking For

Fully competent in MS Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook
Solid experience working within a busy finance team
Experience in computerised accounting packages (Xledger etc)
Good numeracy skills with a high attention to detail
Appreciation of importance of confidentiality and sensitivity in dealing with beneficiaries and staff
Experience dealing with customers and suppliers, both internally and externally.
Excellent time management skills and an ability to work unsupervised and prioritise own work effectively
Excellent people skills and ability to communicate effectively across The RNBT.
Flexibility and willingness to contribute to the success of the wider team

What We Offer

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous suite of benefits to our employees including:

Medicash health plan
29 days annual leave plus public holidays
7% employer contribution pension scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Early finish on Fridays
Free on-site parking
Eligible for blue light card
A values-driven culture and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference

As a Silver accredited Armed Forces Covenant signatory, we are committed to supporting the Armed Forces community and recognising the value that serving personnel, reservists, veterans, and military families bring to our organisation. We welcome applications from all members of the Armed Forces community and are committed to ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed Employer.

If you would like to find out more about working for The Royal Naval Benevolent Trust please contact us at careers@rnbt.org.uk or visit

www.rnbt.org.uk

A full job description is available on request.

Closing date for applications is Midday Friday 1 May 2026

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THE ROYAL NAVAL BENEVOLENT TRUST (GRAND FLEET AND KINDRED FUNDS)

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