Job Description

Join a specialist care provider where your financial expertise directly contributes to transforming lives and supporting vulnerable individuals.

Make a Real Impact with Embrace Care

At Embrace Care, we believe that the right people change lives. As a leading provider of specialist support for individuals with Autism, Learning Disabilities and Mental Health needs, we are growing rapidly and every team member plays a part in that journey.

We're now seeking a motivated and detail-driven Bookkeeper to join us at a pivotal stage in our development.

This role is ideal for a finance professional who is eager to gain hands on experience while driving meaningful business improvement. The successful candidate will play a vital role in identifying and delivering financial efficiencies across the organisation, working in line with agreed KPIs and developing a strong understanding of business acumen.

Please note:

This is a full-time, office-based role in Chester. On-site presence is essential to support our teams effectively and collaborate across the organisation.

What We Offer - Benefits:

Competitive starting salary of 27,000 - 30,000 Health benefits, including dental, optical, and physiotherapy Paid annual leave and regular salary reviews Ongoing training and mentoring from our Finance Director Supportive culture with clear career development opportunities A meaningful role in a values-led organisation

Your Role:

Initial priorities (first 3-6 months):

Maintain accurate and up-to-date bookkeeping records Manage accounts payable and receivable processes Support monthly bank reconciliation and payroll submission Assist with budget planning meetings and diary coordination Provide support for month-end and year-end reporting Help prepare workforce and financial KPIs Ensure compliance with financial procedures and GDPR

Future Responsibilities:

Identifying and implementing financial efficiencies across the business Supporting strategic planning and financial forecasting Delivering insights to improve financial systems and controls Assisting with internal audits and compliance reviews Driving performance aligned with agreed KPIs Developing business acumen to support commercial growth

What You'll Bring:

Strong academic background (Maths and English GCSE level 4/C or above) A degree in accounting or finance related subject Experience in bookkeeping or financial administration (preferred) Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and Xero High attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping Excellent organisational and time-management skills A proactive, team-oriented mindset and a drive to learn and develop Commitment to confidentiality and professional standards
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 27,000.00-30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Employee mentoring programme Private dental insurance
Ability to commute/relocate:

Chester CH1 4RJ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):

What is your current notice period? Do you have the right to work in the UK? Are you on a Student, Skilled, Dependant or Graduate Visa that requires sponsorship now or in the future? (Please state which one and the expiry date MM/YYYY):
Experience:

Xero: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Location:

Chester CH1 4RJ (preferred)
Work Location: In person