Work for us

Working for a cause you believe in and feel passionate about makes for a great workplace. Across our charity we are constantly building upon the services and support we provide and looking for new ways to support those who use our services. Two very good reasons to encourage talented and

dedicated people like you to join us and help make our aspirations happen.

Here’s what our staff tell us about working for us:

I enjoy being part of a friendly and helpful team that really wants to provide good services to the people we support. Our Trustees are friendly and approachable and very visible, creating a feeling that we are one joined up team. -Glenn


Why join the great team at Mind in Somerset?

Some of the benefits of working at Mind in Somerset include a flexitime scheme, full initial induction tailored to the needs of the role, supported opportunities for training and development, an annual staff conference, a childcare voucher scheme, and a generous pension scheme.  


Current Vacancies:

 

Please see our current opportunities below:

Finance Assistant including Purchase Ledger/Accounts Payable tasks.

Job Title: Finance Assistant including Purchase Ledger/ Accounts Payable

Project:  Finance 

Reporting to: Finance Manager   

Pension: Up to 9% (non-contractual)  

Contract:   Permanent 

Hours required:  35 hours per week (Full Time but will consider applications 28+ hours)

Location:  Yeovil – [Hybrid pilot scheme of 40% home working] 

Holiday:  23 days plus bank holidays pro rata 

Salary: £14 per hour [£ 25,480 full time)

 

Job Context:  

We are looking for a full or part qualified AAT person to join the small finance team & meet its reporting & audit requirements within the charity sector.

 

Job Purpose: 

To provide finance and administrative support to the Finance & Deputy Finance Manager

Main Tasks: 

  • Processing approx. 125 purchase invoices per month
  • Supplier statement reconciliations & supplier queries
  • Gaining approval of supplier invoices – using new workflow software
  • Management of “finance” shared email inbox
  • Prepare BACS payment runs twice monthly
  • Basic accruals and prepayments
  • Upload journals and expense claims to accounts software
  • Ad hoc purchasing of items
  • Banking of cash and cheques
  • Sales invoices
  • Property related tasks re utility contracts and maintenance contracts
  • Other tasks as deemed appropriate
  • Potential to assist with Payroll related tasks

 

Key Responsibilities

 

  • Maintain clear financial records using SAGE 50 accounting system& Excel
  • Working as part of an integral part of the finance team, helping Mind in Somerset meet its commercial and financial objectives. 
  • Ideas for continuous improvement within area of expertise
  • Carrying out ad hoc tasks as considered appropriate, by the Finance Manager
  • Asist with integration of new software in January 2025 for invoice capture and workflow approvals.

 Above is an outline of the key responsibilities of the post. It is not an exhaustive list, and flexibility is essential. The post holder will be expected to carry out related tasks and duties, as appropriate to the post and to adhere to all the policies of the Charity.

 

 Person Specification: 

  • Good communication, listening and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
  • Numerate and analytical
  • Strengths in accuracy and attention to detail
  • A willingness to seek support when required
  • Enthusiasm, motivation with a positive ‘can do’ attitude
  • Ability to manage time and resources cost-effectivelyto meet deadlines
    • Uphold the values, aims and policies of employer including its equal opportunities policies
  • Participate fully in the life and work of Mind in Somerset
    • To contribute to organisational effectiveness through positive team-working.

 Experience and Qualifications: 

  • PQ AAT desirable, 2+ years’ experience
  • Good Excel skills
  • Microsoft 365 including Teams & Sharepoint
  • Charity finance experience – desirable but not essential
  • Sage 50c experience – desirable
  • Sage auto entry / AP automation experience / iComleat- desirable

 Equal Opportunities:   

Mind in Somerset is fully committed to the principle of equal opportunities in employment and opposes all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination, direct or indirect. All employees and volunteers are expected to promote and work fully in line with the company’s Equal Opportunities Policy.  

Mind in Somerset is a Disability Confident employer and welcomes applications from disabled people. If disabled applicants meet the minimum criteria for the job, they can request and will be offered a guaranteed interview. Should applicants require reasonable adjustment support for the interview, please contact the HR Team.   

The post is subject to a 3 & 6 month probation review.

Please apply via Indeed

 

Equal Opportunities:  

Mind in Somerset is fully committed to the principle of equal opportunities in employment and opposes all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination, direct or indirect. All employees and volunteers are expected to promote and work fully in line with the company’s Equal Opportunities Policy. 

Mind in Somerset encourage applications from people with Lived Experience of Poor Mental Health.

Mind in Somerset is a Disability Confident employer and welcomes applications from disabled people. If disabled applicants meet the minimum criteria for the job, they can request and will be offered a guaranteed interview. Should applicants require reasonable adjustment support for the interview, please contact the HR Team. 

 

Requirements on applicants

Please note that the vast majority of job roles at Mind in Somerset will require a DBS check to be undertaken by the successful candidate. In addition, two references will be sought, including one from your most recent employer.

Voluntary roles

We also have a number of volunteer vacancies available throughout the year. Volunteering is a great way to develop your skills and to give back to your local community.

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