Operations and Finance Manager

We are currently looking to recruit a well organised, conscientious and proactive individual to join our small and dedicated team - this role is for three days a week, however potential job share opportunities will be considered.

Salary: £31,330 pro rata, negotiable based on experience and funding permitting

The Operations and Finance Manager is a key operational role within the organisation and involves both strategic and financial duties. We expect the successful candidate to spend a proportionate amount of time on both operations and finance, which may vary throughout the year depending on work commitments.

To apply for this role, please complete the Reachout application form along with a covering letter. Your personal statement should reflect your suitability for the role, and match against the essential and desirable skills detailed below, as well as highlighting your specific experience and competence.

As a charity we are regulated by OSCR and ideally the successful candidate will have knowledge of, or experience working for, a third sector organisation.

Reachout with Arts in Mind provides services for members who are at various stages of managing their wellbeing. The position will involve interaction with members on a regular basis, and as we are a small staff team, the list of duties is not exhaustive.

The post holder will report to the Executive Artistic Director and work closely with the Senior Facilitator & Engagement Manager. The role will involve supporting the Executive Artistic Director in completing funding applications.

As part of your application please provide 2 referees stipulating whether we can contact them prior to interview. One must be your current or most recent employer.

Essential Experience

• Microsoft Office Suite; Word, Excel
• Qualification to college/university level
• Mental health and wellbeing training

Desirable Experience

• Companies House returns
• Preparing Annual Accounts
• OSCR returns
• Knowledge of the arts and its use in wellbeing therapies
• Experience of using Sage Accounting
• Preparing of financial summaries for Board of Directors
• Experience of HR and employment legislation

Essential Criteria

• Attention to detail
• Respect for confidentiality and sensitive information
• Excellent organisational skills
• Ability to multi-task and work independently
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent team player
• Third sector experience

Shortlisting and Interview

Closing date for applications is Monday 28th April at 5pm.

Email applications to: lesleyarthur@reachoutwithartsinmind.org.uk

We will be using a scoring-based system to shortlist and select for interview measured against the Essential and Desirable skills.

All candidates selected for interview will be asked to prepare a 15-minute presentation based on their experience and research on Reachout with Arts in Mind. The interview will then follow a series of questions asked by a panel and then a discussion answering any questions you may have.

Please contact us for any further information.

Job Type: Part-time

Expected hours: 22.5 per week

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 01/06/2025