Job Description

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Job Title:

Finance Assistant

Reports to

: Finance Manager

Salary:

24,500.00 per year

Duration:

Maternity Cover 10 months FTC possible extension to 12 months

Place of work:

Units 1G/H Guildford Road Industrial Estate, Hayle, TR27 4QZ

Working hours:

37 hours per week, 9am-5pm Monday-Thursday. 9am to 4.30pm Fridays. There is also the option of an 8.30am start.

Benefits

Working as a member of a great, dynamic and focused team, within an Investor in People Gold Standard Organisation Training & Development opportunities Generous annual leave allowance of 31 days in the first year and increasing year on year increasing to a maximum of 43 days Great facilities and free parking at our office A day off on your birthday A great work life balance culture.
We are a friendly and supportive team of people with diverse backgrounds, highly motivated to drive change and improve the lives of disabled people, their carers and families. We take a flexible approach to supporting each member of our team to reach their full potential.

Main Responsibilities

Process day-to-day financial transactions, including processing invoices, staff expenses, individual grants, and other payments. Enter and maintain financial records in Xero, ensuring accuracy and appropriate documentation. Maintain supplier payment details and load payments onto the online banking system for dual authorization. Reconcile bank transactions and ensure proper filing of related documents (e.g., expenses, invoices, grants). Allocate income and expenditure accurately, liaising with the Finance Manager for funding stream changes. Track Household Support Grant (HSG) expenditure using Excel and process grant applications. Support the development of payment systems to meet the evolving needs of the Charity. Monitor shared mailboxes and address queries promptly. Investigate external supplier queries and assist staff with finance-related questions. Liaise with partner organisations as required. Manage workload efficiently to meet tight deadlines.
Perform any other reasonable tasks as required to support the organisation's objectives.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

Essential:

Previous experience in a finance role. Proficiency in Excel and MS Office. Understanding of GDPR. Strong organisational and administrative skills with attention to detail. Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a busy environment.

Desirable:

AAT Level 2/3 or equivalent qualification. Experience with Xero accounting software. Knowledge of the charitable sector.

Personal Qualities

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team. Discretion, integrity, and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality. Flexible, proactive, and able to adapt to changing priorities. Commitment to the Charity's mission and values.

About Us

Humans Cornwall is an independent service under the umbrella of disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly. It works within the health system in collaboration with various partners to support people at risk of hospital admission, or upon their discharge. We deliver personalised and holistic support at this time in conjunction with internal and external providers

disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly is a disabled people's user led organisation, a registered charity and company limited by guarantee. Our mission is to represent, include, support and empower (RISE) people living with a long-term health condition or disability, their families and carers in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We do this via an extensive range of services and activities and by working at a strategic level to ensure the voices of disabled people are heard.

Values

Our values represent what is important to us as an independent, user-led organisation. They guide our actions and behaviours as we work together towards our vision of 'A fully inclusive society, with equity of opportunity for all':

Our passion for equity - inspiring each other and demonstrating fairness, commitment and accountability. Respect for self and others - being open minded, reliable and approachable, acting with integrity in everything we do. Being supportive - having an inclusive, positive, and empathic approach to supporting others and ourselves.
We have a diverse workforce, and we are always striving to enhance our diversity, we welcome applicants of all identities including disability, gender, ethnicity, faith, age, sexuality, and people who have caring responsibilities. We carry out work health assessments to ensure that the job is a good fit for the individual and that any necessary adjustments or support can be provided to help them succeed in their role.

How to apply:

Please click here to apply via our secure online link.

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Interview dates:

Arranged as suitable candidates are identified.

Successful candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK, two references, undergo a DBS check and a work health assessment.

Applicant Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Monitoring Form:

As an organisation we want to surpass the aims and commitments set out in our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Policy. This includes following the appropriate equalities laws, including the Equality Act 2010, building an accurate picture of our workforce, monitoring our diversity and inclusion efforts, and striving to continuously improve. Completing the form is voluntary and anonymous. The information provided will be kept confidential and separate from the recruitment selection process. The information is only used for monitoring purposes.

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Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: 24,500.00 per year

Benefits:

Free parking On-site parking
Application question(s):

Do you have an AAT level 2 /3 qualification or equivalent? Do you have experience of working with xero?
Work Location: In person