Finance Assistant

Sussex Community Foundation is a registered charity that exists to make Sussex a fairer and more equal place. We do this by enabling local people to support local causes, making grants to small charities and voluntary groups working in communities across Sussex.

We are seeking an experienced Finance Assistant to work closely with Finance Manager to develop and maintain the Foundation’s systems and processes to become more efficient and effective. 

It is a varied role, with previous finance administration experience and an aptitude for providing exceptional support being essential to the role.  It is an ideal opportunity for someone who has a good approach to problem solving and is looking to broaden their administrative experience. 

Solid understanding of double entry bookkeeping and accounting principles required, along with an ability to provide broader administrative support within office management.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring accurate and timely processing of transactions.
• Track and reconcile bank statements, investigating and resolving discrepancies
• Process donations within Salesforce, send out donation receipts, and liaise with the Opportunity Owner to verify  accuracy of management charges and gift aid treatment.
• Manage gift aid reconciliation and process claims
• Imported and reconciled financial data from Salesforce into Xero, ensuring accuracy and consistency across systems
• Assist with the preparation and posting of journals
• Assist with maintaining accrual and prepayment schedules as part of month-end processes
• Support the monthly payroll process and process staff expenses
• Set up and process weekly payment runs
• Setting up standing orders and promptly bank cheques

Please click apply to download the recruitment pack for full details of this role.

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