Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the finance function, with a particular focus on end-to-end payroll and purchase ledger operations.
You will be responsible for maintaining accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across core financial processes, while also contributing to ongoing improvements within the team.
Key Responsibilities
Payroll
Manage the full payroll cycle, including PAYE, pensions, statutory payments, and expenses
Process starters, leavers, salary changes, and variable payments
Ensure payroll accuracy and maintain confidential records
Prepare payroll reports and journals
Ensure compliance with HMRC and relevant legislation
Handle payroll queries in a timely and professional manner Purchase Ledger
Process supplier invoices in line with approval procedures
Manage supplier payments and reconcile accounts
Monitor aged creditors and resolve discrepancies
Process staff expenses and company card transactions Additional Duties
Reconcile income streams and post journal entries
Support continuous improvement of finance systems and processes
Assist with general finance tasks as required About You
We are looking for someone who brings:
Experience
Proven experience in end-to-end payroll processing
Strong purchase ledger experience
Experience preparing and posting journals
Familiarity with finance systems (Sage experience desirable) Skills & Knowledge
Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
High attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent organisational and communication skills
Understanding of finance operations within a small to medium organisation Desirable
Relevant qualification (AAT, CIPP, ACCA or similar)
Experience in the charity or not-for-profit sector
Experience improving finance processes Other Requirements
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
Ability to travel across regional sites
Flexible and proactive approach to work Benefits
Generous annual leave (including bank holidays)
Enhanced sick pay
Flexible and hybrid working options
Pension scheme
Additional wellbeing and lifestyle benefits