Job Description

Are you ready to play a crucial part in the financial operation for our Charitable organisation's continued growth?

Accounts Assistant

Fixed Term Contract

(6 months)

Minstead, Near Lyndhurst, New Forest.

37.5 hours per week

Salary: 24,500 to 26,500 per annum DOE

Here at Minstead Trust, we're focused on removing barriers for people with learning disabilities and autism. We aim to unlock opportunities that enrich lives, encourage independence, and foster well-being all while pushing beyond the realities of the funding landscape. Our group comprises supported living, residential and day services, as well as social enterprises and an inclusive theatrical company.

As an Accounts Assistant, you will play an integral part in the efficient running of financial operations. You will be responsible for the sales invoicing as well as the credit control for our subsidiary. This goes hand in hand with enduring the integrity of financial records and support the wider finance team. You'll be a part of a welcoming, friendly team and a Trust that truly makes a difference; which can be rare to find!

In this role you will:

Process purchase ledger invoices for Minstead Trust and The Real Jam & Chutney Company accurately and on time. Review posting to ensure VAT has been treated correctly. Process Sales Ledger invoices for The Real Jam & Chutney Company and ensure credit control processes are followed Manage purchase ledger for both companies including reconciling supplier statements Perform credit card reconciliations and support with month-end regular journals Provide information to the Management Accountant and Financial Controller as required Ensure compliance with company policies and charity regulations Handle petty cash and bank drop-offs

What we're looking for:

Minimum GCSE in Maths and English level B or above Microsoft Excel knowledge Good communication skills AAT Level 3 preferred (but not essential) Driving license (preferred due to the location)

What we can offer:

33 Days Holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Sick Pay Refer-a-Friend scheme worth 750 A Celebration Day's Leave for Your Birthday Death in Service Insurance Nest Pension An easy-access health and wellbeing scheme Employee assistance Programme Cycle to Work Blue Light Card eligibility Furzey Gardens Membership Hanger Farm Membership Training & professional development
To find out more about the Trust, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcslp66ohEM

We are not licenced to sponsor employees for visas; therefore, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. You need to have, or be able to obtain, right to work in the UK in order to take up this position.

All staff working for, or on behalf of Minstead Trust, understand their responsibilities in relation to safeguarding adults at risk and know who to escalate concerns to within Minstead Trust.

Due to the nature of this employment sector your application is subject to a successful Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS).

No terminology in the advert you have seen is intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we will gladly accept applications from all sections of the community.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 24,500.00-26,500.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person