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Finance & Payroll Officer (Full-time)
Finance & Payroll Officer (Full-time)
Are you an organised, accurate, and proactive finance professional looking for a pivotal role in a supportive environment? We are seeking a dedicated Finance & Payroll Officer to join our team and manage the complete day-to-day financial administration of our business.
This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a wide range of financial duties. You will be responsible for maintaining precise accounting records, processing payroll efficiently, and ensuring full compliance with all statutory obligations. Your work will directly support the wider management team, providing them with the critical financial information they need to make strategic decisions.
Key responsibilities will include:
Managing purchase and sales ledgers, credit control, and bank reconciliations.
Processing monthly payroll, including pensions and HMRC submissions.
Assisting with month-end procedures and the preparation of financial reports.
Liaising with external accountants and supporting annual audits.
If you have a keen eye for detail, a confidential approach, and the ability to work independently, we encourage you to apply and become an integral part of our business success.
About this role
As our Finance & Payroll Officer, you'll be at the heart of our financial operations. Your day-to-day will be a dynamic mix of managing accounting records, ensuring payroll is processed flawlessly, and contributing to crucial financial reporting. You'll be the go-to person for payroll queries and will play a key role in maintaining the financial health of the company through diligent credit control and reconciliations.
This role offers significant autonomy and the chance to work independently while being a valued member of a supportive team. There are opportunities to enhance your skills by working with systems like Sage and QuickBooks and to grow your experience in producing management accounts. You'll see the direct impact of your work, ensuring financial stability and compliance, making this a truly rewarding position.
What you will need
Required criteria
- ATI Level 4 qualification (or equivalent) or qualified by experience.
- GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
- Minimum 3 years' experience in a bookkeeping or accounts role.
- Proven experience processing payroll.
- Experience using computerised accounting software.
- Experience with bank reconciliations, purchase/sales ledger management, and credit control.
- Experience liaising with external accountants.
Desired criteria
- Experience within an SME environment.
- Experience with pension administration.
- Experience producing management accounts.
- Experience with accounting systems such as Sage or QuickBooks.
- Experience with Sage Payroll.
Skills needed for this job opportunity
Financial Analysis for Decisions
Financial Reporting
Problem Solving
Accounts Payable
Bank reconciliation
Payroll
Microsoft Office Suite
IT skills
Attention to detail
Credit Control
Communication
Numeracy and Literacy
Self Management
Time Management
Organisational skills
