Soundwell Music Therapy has an exciting opportunity for an experienced finance and administration professional to join the UK’s only music therapy charity to specialise in adult mental health. We are seeking a Finance and Administration Manager to be a key member of our small, collaborative team, you will be hands-on managing day-to-day operations, proactive in ensuring a strong internal control environment and keen to drive operational and cost efficiencies.

• Starting as soon as possible.
• 15 hours per week for 1 year, with possibility of extending, should funding allow. Hours to be flexibly worked as mutually agreed, to include Wednesday.
• Home working, with some local travel to meetings and events in the Bristol/Bath area.
• £38,000 per annum (pro-rata).

We are looking for an enthusiastic, professional and caring individual to join us and work in a pivotal role supporting our team, staff, trustees and participants. The Finance and Administration manager is part of our Senior Staff Team and is responsible for the smooth running of the charity, alongside the Director and trustee board. Based from home, the role is varied and includes managing both the financial and administrative resources of the Charity. We are seeking an excellent multi-tasker and project manager, with in depth experience of charity finance. Confidence with Excel and using an accountancy package is essential, as are good interpersonal skills and time management.

Due to the nature of this work, the post is subject to an DBS check. Previous criminal convictions may not necessarily be a bar to this employment.

If you would like an informal conversation before applying, please call Emma Weatherup on 07807397736 or email director@soundwell.org.uk

To apply please complete our application form found on our wesbite and returned to enquiries@soundwell.org.uk by 5pm on Monday 20th January 2025. CVs will not be accepted.

Interviews will take place in Bristol on Monday 27th January 2025. Please make sure you are free to attend on that date if called. Shortlisted candidates will be notified by 5pm on Wednesday 22nd January at latest.