Hours Full-time / 36 hours per week Contract 2-years fixed term with possibility of extending / being made permanent Location Fully remote with requirement to travel within England occasionally. The Community Forest Trust supports the work of Englands Community Forests who are the leading woodland creation network in England and at the forefront of the UKs climate emergency response. We are currently recruiting a Finance & Operations Analyst, which will offer a unique opportunity for someone to work across a range of disciplines with support from domain experts and to gain broad and interesting experience. As Finance & Operations Analyst, you will be responsible for providing financial, operational, administrative and project management support to the Community Forest Trust and its subsidiaries. The role is a dual role incorporating both finance and operational duties. Some key responsibilities therefore include: Finance Work To process invoices and sales invoices in accordance with agreed procedures and regulations and to ensure that invoices are forwarded for authorisation in a timely manner. Reconcile the bank account monthly and ensure the financial system is up to date Actively contribute to supporting the Finance Manager in month end and year end reports and accounts Analyse monthly management accounts Support the preparation of grant claims, ensuring that adequate records are kept Operations Work Support the CEO, Finance Manager and National Projects and Partnerships Manager with all aspects of their roles. Prepare materials for and arrange meetings including the CFT Board Meetings, the Forest Director Meetings and meetings with Defra and other key external stakeholders Project manage/oversee project management and communications for Englands Community Forests projects. To be successful in the role, the postholder must have previous administration and/or finance and/or operational experience with high attention to detail, and analytical skills. P roficiency in Microsoft Office applications and accounting systems is also essential. You must also be an organised and proactive individual with strong problem identification and solving skills, alongside a creative and innovative mindset. As the role will involve working alongside the Finance Manager and other key stakeholders, the post holder will also require experience of working confidently and professionally with stakeholders at both senior and lower levels, with excellent communication skills. Previous financial data management experience, financial qualifications, and good working knowledge of key accountancy software are also desirable, but not essential. In return, you will receive some great benefits which include: Competitive rates of pay Remote and flexible working 25 days annual leave per year, plus bank holidays An enhanced pension scheme Possible funded training opportunities The role is for a fixed term of 2-years, with the possibility of extending or being a permanent role in line with appropriate funding. We welcome individuals with a general interest in the environment and its preservation. We are also an equal opportunities employer who consider applications from all communities. Should you be interested in this role we would be pleased to hear from you via a CV and a covering letter.