Finance and Administration Officer

Solid Recruitment; Chichester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local charity organization in Chichester is seeking a part-time Finance & Administration Officer to support financial management and general office support. The ideal candidate will have experience in bookkeeping and be proficient in XERO, along with strong IT skills. Responsibilities include financial record keeping, email management, and event support. This flexible role requires 24 hours of work per week and is perfect for someone organized and proactive looking to contribute to a worthwhile cause.

Qualifications

• Bookkeeping or finance admin experience, ideally in a charity or small organization.
• Confident using XERO.
• Highly organized and accurate.
• Strong IT skills in Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Full driving license and own transport.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records including processing invoices and payments.
• Manage emails and correspondence, keeping records organized.
• Support awards and events administration, including bookings.

Skills

Bookkeeping experience

Experience with XERO

Strong IT skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Good written & verbal communication

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Tools

XERO

Job description

Finance & Administration Officer (Part-Time)

Area: Chichester

Salary: £17,600 (29,333 FTE)

Position: Permanent part time role 24 hours per week hours to suit

Join a busy, friendly team supporting the smooth running of a well-known local tourist attraction / Charity. This varied role combines finance admin + general office support.

Key Responsibilities

• Finance / Bookkeeping
  • Maintain accurate financial records
  • Process invoices, payments & receipts
  • Bank reconciliations
  • Monitor income & expenditure
  • Support budgets & financial reports
  • Work in XERO
• Admin / Office Support
  • Manage emails & correspondence
  • Keep digital & paper records organised
  • Arrange meetings & prepare papers
  • General office support
• Programme / Event Support
  • Support awards & events admin
  • Assist with bookings & guest lists
  • Help coordinate training & education activities

About You (Essential)

• Bookkeeping or finance admin experience (charity/small org ideal)
• Confident using XERO
• Highly organised & accurate
• Strong IT skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Good written & verbal communication
• Able to manage multiple tasks & deadlines
• Full driving License and own transport

Desirable

• Canva/design tools
• CRM/database experience
• Interest in heritage/tourism
• Event support experience

Personal Qualities

• Reliable & proactive
• Team player who can also work independently
• Discreet with confidential info
• Positive, professional attitude

For further information on this exciting opportunity please forward a copy of your CV