Senior Finance Assistant - Join Our Team!

Millfields Trust • Plymouth
Full-time | 37 hours per week | Salary: £29,000 – £32,000

We are searching for a skilled Senior Finance Assistant to help ensure our finances are well managed and to further our mission of creating positive change in Stonehouse. Be part of a community-focused social enterprise, apply now!

About the Role

To take responsibility for the effective day to day financial operations of the Trust, maintaining accurate financial records and producing timely reports. The role works under the oversight of the Joint Chief Executive (Operations) and provides essential financial information that supports organisational planning and performance.

Key Responsibilities

·         Manage all sales and purchase ledger activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance

·         Reconcile bank receipts and statements, and maintain accurate financial records

·         Oversee credit control and respond to finance-related queries

·         Prepare monthly management accounts, monitoring expenditure against budget and reporting variances to the Joint Chief Executive (Operations).

·         Provide insightful financial analysis to support decision making

·         Monitor and forecast cashflow, producing regular cash flow statements

·         Prepare year end accounts and support the audit process

·         Support the preparation of annual budgets

·         Produce ad hoc financial reports for management and the Board when requested

·         Implement and improve internal financial procedures and controls

·         Provide occasional reception and administrative support as needed

Person Specification

Essential:

·         AAT Level 4 qualified, working towards Level 4, or QBE

·         Minimum 5 years’ experience in a finance or bookkeeping role

·         Strong understanding of accounting principles

·         Proficient in accounting software (Xero or similar) and advanced Excel skills

·         Analytical, accurate, and able to interpret financial data

·         Excellent written and verbal communication skills

·         Able to prioritise workloads, work independently, and manage multiple tasks

 Desirable:

·         Experience working within a social enterprise or charitable organisation

·         Understanding of direct debit collection processes

·         Experience supporting process improvement or systems implementation

Professional Development & Benefits

·         6% Employer Pension contributions

·         23 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with additional days for long service

·         Free staff parking

·         Support for professional development

About Millfields Trust

Millfields Trust is an independent, community led social enterprise serving Stonehouse. We provide affordable managed offices, workspaces and conference facilities that support small and medium sized enterprises, charities and social enterprises to start up, grow and stay local. This trading activity enables us to be financially self sustaining, with all surpluses reinvested back into the community rather than distributed for profit. 

Alongside supporting businesses and local employment, we use our assets and income to create wider social impact. Through our sister charity, Millfields Inspired, we invest in young people and deliver programmes such as Widening Horizons, working with local primary schools to raise aspirations and broaden opportunities. By combining enterprise with community investment, our aim is to strengthen the local economy and help break cycles of deprivation so Stonehouse can thrive now and in the future.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement

Millfields Trust is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, and we are dedicated to promoting equality and eliminating discrimination in our recruitment processes. If you require any adjustments to the application or interview process, please let us know.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit:

·         Your CV, and a covering letter explaining why you believe you are suitable for the role and how your skills and experience match the requirements.

Please send your application to:
Email: info@millfieldstrust.com
Phone: 01752 660837

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, with interviews scheduled as suitable candidates are identified.
Closing date: 10am – 13th February 2026