2.0 EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

· Experience of Xero, Sage or Quick books.
· Experience of leading staff and facilities.
· Strong MS Office skills, especially Excel.
· Excellent organizational and communication skills.
· Attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information.

3.0 EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:

· 3+ years’ experience of working within administration/ finance with the Voluntary Sector.
· Familiarity with HR systems and processes.
· Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

The Office and Finance Lead is responsible for overseeing the administrative functions of the office while managing financial operations. This dual-role ensures the smooth functioning of day-to-day office activities and accurate, timely financial reporting. The ideal candidate is highly organised, detail-oriented, and skilled in both office management and finance.
The post holder will be required to undertake work in the following areas:
Project Delivery:
Finance
· Input and management of The Cornforth Partnership’s financial systems, alongside independent accountants and auditors.
· Production of finance reports, monthly claims, cash flow and budgets.
· Creation of the monthly pay roll letter sent to Allen Sykes and payment of salaries through online BAC’s systems.
· Completion of weekly banking requirements and monthly bank reconciliations.
· Assist in the development of annual accounts and annual inspections alongside accountant and auditor.
Office
· Supervision of Administration staff.
· Management of the Partnership facilities equipment and resources.
· Development and management of basic HR policy and procedure.
· Support in the delivery and achievement of the Partnerships ISO9001 Quality Standard.
· Procurement of supplies, insurance, resources and operating systems
Project Management:
· Work closely with the CEO and Delivery Manager to ensure the smooth and effective delivery of services and projects.
· Assist in the development of funding applications and budgets.
· Co-ordinate staff holidays and sickness records as well as producing office rotas.
· To comply with all statutory obligations particularly in relation to all legislative requirements
· Supervise and direct administration staff, and take responsibility for their personal and professional development.
· Provide regular verbal and written reports on the progress of the work – both for sponsors and for publicity purposes, including working with accountants on the formal monitoring and evaluation of the project.
· Develop new processes where necessary to ensure financial compliance.
Other responsibilities:
· Other duties which may arise; which are in accordance with the role of Office and Finance Lead.