Job Description
Reports to:
CEO & Two Company Owners
Location:
Bridport
Contract:
Part-time leading to Full-time
Salary:
Competitive, dependent on experience and qualifications
Role Purpose:
To manage the financial operations of Angel Carers (UK) Limited, ensuring robust financial control, accurate reporting, and compliance with statutory and CQC requirements. This role combines strategic financial oversight with hands-on accounting, supporting the Managing Director in delivering sustainable growth, healthy cash flow, and full financial transparency across both domiciliary and live-in care services.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Management & Reporting
* Prepare and present monthly management accounts with variance analysis for Director review.
* Maintain accurate records in Xero (or designated accounting software) and ensure all ledgers are up to date.
* Oversee cash flow forecasting to ensure operational and payroll obligations are met.
* Produce quarterly and annual budgets with regular re-forecasting.
* Ensure accurate allocation of income and expenditure between domiciliary and live-in care divisions for performance tracking.
* Support Directors with financial data for board meetings, tenders, funding applications, and investor presentations.
Compliance & Governance
* Ensure all HMRC submissions, PAYE, and Corporation Tax are completed accurately and on time.
* Prepare year-end accounts and liaise with an external accountant.
* Maintain financial policies, procedures, and internal controls in line with best practice.
Payroll & Supplier Management
* Process payroll accurately, including overtime, travel, holiday pay, pensions, and statutory deductions (Outsourced but needs checking)
* Reconcile timesheets from rota/care planning software (PASS / Nourish) with payroll outputs.
* Manage supplier payments, expense claims, and credit control to ensure timely payment cycles.
* Negotiate and review supplier terms to maintain cost efficiency.
Operational Support
* Work with the Care Manager and operations team to monitor the financial performance of care packages, identifying profitable and non-profitable contracts.
* Provide costings for new client packages and assist in fee reviews.
* Maintain a clear audit trail for funding from local authorities, the NHS, and private clients.
* Monitor debtors and implement proactive collection strategies.
Skills & Experience Required:
* Part or fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA) or equivalent experience.
* Minimum 3 years in a finance role, ideally within the care, health, or service sector.
* Strong proficiency in Xero, Microsoft Excel, and payroll systems.
* Understanding of CQC compliance frameworks and care sector funding models is useful.
* Excellent organisation, accuracy, and ability to prioritise in a fast-moving environment.
* Strong communication skills for working with Directors, staff, clients, and external agencies.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
* Monthly management accounts are delivered within 10 working days of the month-end.
* Payroll is processed accurately and on time each month.
* Cash flow to be maintained within agreed thresholds.
* Reduction in aged debtors >30 days by an agreed percentage.
* Compliance audits passed with no major financial findings.
Person Specification:
Post:
Finance Manager / Senior Finance Assistant
Company:
Angel Carers (UK) Limited
Qualifications (Essential / Desirable)
Essential:
* ACA, ACCA or equivalent proven finance experience.
* GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths & English at grade C/4 or above.
Desirable:
* CPD in payroll, pensions, or CQC financial compliance.
Experiences (Essential / Desirable)
Essential:
* Minimum 3 years in finance/accounts, with hands-on bookkeeping, reporting, and payroll experience.
* Managing finances in a multi-income stream business (e.g., private clients, local authority, NHS).
* Experience with Xero and advanced Excel functions (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.).
Desirable:
* Experience in the care or healthcare sector.
* Knowledge of CQC financial viability regulations.
* Involvement in budgeting, forecasting, and management accounts.
Skills & Competencies:
* Strong numerical and analytical skills.
* Exceptional attention to detail with high accuracy standards.
* Effective time management and the ability to meet tight deadlines.
* Confident communicator with directors, staff, suppliers, and clients.
* Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Personal Attributes:
* Trustworthy and dependable with a high degree of integrity.
* Proactive and solutions-focused.
* Able to work independently and as part of a small, close-knit team.
* Calm under pressure and adaptable to change.
How to Apply:
Send your CV and Cover Letter to Clare Park