Chesterfield, United Kingdom | Posted on 02/06/2026
Pay: £45,000.00 per annum (pro-rata for part-time hours)
We are looking for a motivated and professional Accounts/Payroll Office Manager to lead our friendly accounts team. In this role, you will play a key part in managing the team to help ensure the smooth and efficient running of our finance operations. It is a great opportunity to become part of a growing organisation where you can develop your skills, gain valuable experience and progress within the role.
Benefits
* Salary of £45,000.00 per annum (pro-rata for part-time hours)
* Mileage paid at 48p per mile for the first 10,000 miles, 25p per mile thereafter
* Auto-enrolment into our pension scheme
* Sick pay after probation
* Birthday day off
* Blue Light Card with access to high street discounts
* Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7 confidential helpline
* Wellbeing app access with nutrition, fitness, podcasts, meditations and self-help guides
* Excellent staff engagement activities including competitions, team-building and employee awards
* On-site use of our wellbeing room
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee daily accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and bank reconciliations
* Take ownership of Sage (e.g. Sage 50 / Sage 200 / Sage Accounting), ensuring accurate setup, maintenance, and reporting
* Prepare monthly management accounts and support year-end processes
* Ensure compliance with HMRC requirements
* Monitor cash flow and assist with budgeting and forecasting
* Lead, support, and develop the accounts/administration team
* Liaise with external accountants, auditors, and other stakeholders
* Improve processes and controls to enhance efficiency and accuracy
Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Personal Qualities
* Proven experience in an accounts or finance management role
* Strong, hands-on experience with Sage (essential)
* Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial controls
* Experience with managing or supervising staff
* Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail
* Confident communicator, able to work with both finance and non-finance colleagues
* Proficient in Microsoft Excel and general office systems
* AAT qualification to level 4 or partly qualified in ACA, ACCA or CIMA (desirable)
Join a Team That Cares
At HomeCareDirect, we are committed to safe, fair recruitment and ensuring all staff are vetted, trained, and supervised to the highest standards. A full, enhanced DBS certificate will be obtained for this role. The company employs some 280 people nationally and supports people at home with up to and including complex health needs, most funded by the NHS or Local Authority. We offer exceptional training opportunities designed to support growth, enhance skills and encourage continuous development. If you’re looking to join a growing team where you’ll be valued, supported, and have a genuine impact, we’d love to hear from you.
Please only apply if you have the right to work in the UK as we are unable to offer sponsorship.
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