Finance Assistant
Hours: 20 hours per week
Salary: £11,689 (£21,625 FTE)
Location: Hybrid (West Sussex, Brighton and Hove and/or Homeworking)
Closing Date: 5th February 2024, 9am
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Please note that we are unable to accept sponsorship applications and you will need the Right to Work in the UK.
About The Role
We are seeking a dedicated and thorough Finance Assistant to join our team and contribute to the efficient day-to-day operation of our finance function. Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will play a crucial role in maintaining financial accuracy, compliance, and supporting the modernisation and digitalisation of our financial management systems.
This is a hybrid position and can be based from any of our centres (Bognor Regis, Haywards Heath, Horsham or Brighton), with the option to work from home on a regular basis. Home working maybe considered with occasional travel for meetings.
Key duties and responsibilities
- Accurate data input and analysis using accounting software.
- Process transactions, resolve issues, and assist with payroll and expenses.
- Support annual accounts preparation and administrative tasks.
- Assist in grants, donations, and gift aid processing.
- Aid in budget setting and monitoring.
- Provide administrative support to the Head of Finance.
- Support Budget Holders and other staff in using financial information, systems, and tools.
- Assist the Head of Finance with filing reports and notices with Companies House and the Charity Commission.
- Attend meetings, training, and actively promote the charity.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Enthusiastic and eager to learn.
- Strong organisational skills.
- Effective communication skills.
- Basic understanding of financial processes.
- Ability to work well within a team.
If you feel you have the passion for the role but may not have all the skills we’d love to talk to you, so please do get in contact.
Please click here for the Job Desription/Person Specification.
If you need help with submitting an application, please do email recruitment@ageukwestsussex.org.uk and we will contact you to help.
Benefits
At AUKWSBH we value our people and as such our staff benefits include:
- Flexible Working Option
- Enhanced weekend rates
- Ongoing professional training and development
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time staff)
- Eligible for Blue Light discount scheme
- BUPA Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Part of an inclusive and committed team
- Ability to make a genuine positive difference to people’s lives
- 4% auto enrolment pension with Life Assurance
About AUKWSBH
We are an ageing population and many older people have no one else but us, AUKWSBH are passionate about inspiring and enabling people in West Sussex, Brighton & Hove to Love Later Life by providing . We are Determined to make a difference when and where it matters most, by being passionate, focussed and making a lasting impact.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Age UK West Sussex, Brighton and Hove.
We are committed to building a diverse organisation that represents the communities we serve and ensuring inclusion in everything we do. During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and be at your best. so please contact us should you require any adjustments to allow you to apply/undertake your role.
To apply please download an application form or email your CV to recruitment@ageukwestsussex.org.uk with a full cover letter.
Should you be successful, you will be subject to a variety of checks, including DBS and references.
