We need someone to join our Head Office team. The successful candidate will be looking for: A fulfilling role and want to feel they are making a difference. Looking for a challenge, be good at problem solving and self-motivated. Be objective and able to identify potential issues, offering solutions and bringing them to effective resolution, communicating where necessary. You will need a professional accounting qualification or be qualified by experience (minimum 3 years in a finance role). You will feel confident leading the day to day recording of the charity’s finances. Our funding streams are complicated so you will need to be organised and methodical to record income and expenditure appropriately between services and funds. You will be the first point of contract for internal and external finance queries and provide support to other areas of the business which fall under the responsibility of the department. You will have a key role in the business team, being involved with all areas and providing support to the Finance and Resources Manager. Our business is always evolving so no two days will be the same; the opportunity to make a difference is here. The successful candidate will: Have excellent attention to detail and accuracy, especially when working under pressure. Have a good working knowledge of using the SAGE accounting system (or equivalent) and experience of financial processes. Have a professional accounting qualification or proven experience. Have excellent communication skills to communicate clearly and concisely, internally and externally, keeping relevant parties properly informed. Have an excellent understanding of Office 365, and work at a level where they are able to provide basic advice and support to others. Be able to work flexibly and independently, with minimal supervision. Be organised and proactive in managing supplier contracts and resources, ensuring that the organisation is able to run efficiently while achieving value for money. Be confident and able to adapt their skills to meet the requirements of an ever-changing organisation. The environment is friendly and supportive, working in a close-knit team, where you will be encouraged to learn and develop. We are open to applications from individuals who have worked in the commercial sector or perhaps for a small/medium business where the role covers many aspects of the needs of the business, but some knowledge and experience of working in a charity is desirable and an interest and commitment to our work is essential. Salary will be dependent on experience and qualifications. How to apply: Please find an application form, guidance notes and job description on our website here: West Sussex Mind | Finance and Resources Assistant Manager If you would like to have an informal discussion prior to applying, please contact us to arrange this with Mandy Middleton. This role is being advertised as a rolling recruitment role and therefore, we encourage applicants to apply early to avoid disappointment. We are looking for the right candidate so apply now if this feels like the right role for you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time once we have found a suitable applicant. Interview date: To be arranged. Please note we are unable to provide sponsorship for this post, you must therefore be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the UK. This post is subject to a basic DBS check. No agencies or CVs. West Sussex Mind is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff, and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. Here is a link to our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion statement - West Sussex Mind | Equality, diversity, inclusion and equity statement