Finance Assistant

SeeMeHired; Folly Gate; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A social enterprise supporting care in Folly Gate is looking for a Finance Administrator to manage financial processes accurately. You will monitor payments, process claims, and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have experience in finance and strong communication skills. Benefits include a competitive wage, employee ownership, and great training opportunities.

Benefits

Cycle to work scheme

On-site parking

Employee assistance programme

Up to 8% pension contribution

Holiday entitlement increases with service

Qualifications

• Previous experience in finance or accounting, preferably in healthcare.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Commitment to dignity, respect, and person-centred values.

Responsibilities

• Set up and monitor payment processes for customers.
• Process staff claims, p-card spends, mileage, and payroll queries.
• Create, process, and deploy invoices.
• Manage credit control and monitor outstanding payments.
• Track income and expenditure, reporting concerns to management.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

IT skills

Problem-solving mindset

Education

Degree in finance, accounting, or related field

Job description

The Role

We're looking for a detail‑oriented, proactive Finance Administrator to support our South Suffolk Independent Lives team in managing financial processes with accuracy and care. This role requires someone who can work independently, solve financial challenges, and ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Be part of something bigger - Join our employee‑owned social enterprise and help shape the future of care.
• Award‑winning training - Gain bespoke skills and even a Health & Social Care qualification!
• Great perks - Cycle to work scheme, casual dress, on‑site parking, employee assistance programme, and more.
• Secure your future - Up to 8% pension contribution and permanent contracts.
• Every day is different - And every day counts.

What You’ll Do

• Set up and monitor payment processes for customers
• Process staff claims, p‑card spends, mileage, and payroll queries
• Order service supplies in line with procurement processes
• Create, process, and deploy invoices
• Manage credit control and monitor outstanding payments
• Track income and expenditure, reporting concerns to management
• Support financial reporting and inputting
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies
• Maintain excellent relationships with stakeholders and customers
• Collaborate with Business Support and the Finance Team to ensure accuracy

Qualifications

• Previous experience in finance or accounting (healthcare or care setting preferred)
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and IT skills
• A degree in finance, accounting, or related field – desirable
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently
• Problem‑solving mindset and sound financial decision‑making
• Commitment to dignity, respect, and person‑centred values

Your Journey Starts Here

We offer a 3‑week induction with a dedicated buddy to support you from day one. Your start date will be confirmed after an enhanced DBS (which we pay for!) and recruitment checks. Ready to make a difference? If you’re enthusiastic, caring, and ready to change lives, we’d love to hear from you.

Our Impact

You’ll be the backbone of our financial operations—ensuring smooth transactions, timely payments, and accurate reporting that supports our mission to help people live the lives they choose.

Company Culture

• Values‑Driven: Leading Lives not only talks about their values but actively embodies them in their daily operations.
• Employee Testimonials: The company encourages feedback from employees like Anna, an experienced support worker, to showcase the positive impact of their values on staff.
• Authenticity: Leading Lives emphasizes authenticity in their values, highlighting that they are not just empty words but a lived reality within the organization.

Compensation & Benefits

£12.60 per hour (Real Living Wage, currently) + Enhancements | Employee‑Owned Organisation, 30‑hour contract.

• We pay the Real Living Wage – We value all our team members, so our starting pay rate is the Real Living Wage.
• Holiday entitlement that works for you – Our holiday package increases with service, and you have the opportunity to purchase additional hours.
• Peace of mind should you fall ill – We offer occupational sick pay as well as statutory sick pay. We also have an Employee Assistance Programme.
• We pay generous sleep‑in rates – Sleep‑in shifts are available for some of our support worker or team leader roles. The pay rate for these is £65 per shift.
• Award‑winning, in‑house training – Our award‑winning, bespoke, in‑house training will ensure you are confident and effective in your role.
• Travel benefits for you & the planet – We provide a generous mileage rate of 45p per mile, and a cycle purchase scheme to help you go green!
• Owned and run by our employees – We’re employee‑owned & not‑for‑profit. Surpluses are re‑invested into our community.
• We offer a welcome aboard bonus – You could qualify for a welcome aboard bonus worth up to £250.
• Vacation & paid time off.