Job Description

Payroll and Finance Officer
London Paramount Care provides high-quality care for children and adults with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs, as well as the elderly, with a key focus on providing person-centred care for all we support. Everything we do is guided by our values: integrity, compassion, care and commitment across every part of the business.
We're looking for a Payroll and Finance Officer. This is a hands-on role where you'll manage payroll and bookkeeping, ensuring everything runs smoothly in the background, so our care teams can focus on providing the person-centred support our service users rely on.
About the role
The Payroll and Finance Officer will join our back-office team and be responsible for managing the end-to-end payroll for multiple companies, maintaining accuracy, compliance, and confidentiality. You'll work closely with HR and the wider finance team to resolve queries, support with management accounts and help improve systems and processes.
What You'll Be Doing:
Managing payroll for multiple companies (20-400 employees) using Sage and Xero
Processing payroll accurately each month, including reconciliations and statutory pay calculations (maternity, sick pay, holiday pay, etc.)
Administering pensions, ensuring accurate uploads, reporting, and compliance with regulations
Producing payroll journals, control account entries, and reconciliations to support timely management accounts
Distributing payslips, P45s, P60s, and P11Ds accurately and on schedule
Responding to payroll queries quickly and professionally, liaising with HR, employees, and managers
Supporting audits and producing clear reports for senior management
Contributing to improvements in payroll systems, processes, and internal controls
Assisting the wider finance team with bookkeeping, accounting tasks, and ad-hoc projects as needed
Ensuring confidentiality, accuracy, and professionalism in all payroll and finance-related activities
Skills & Experience:
Proven experience in payroll processing and compliance
Proven knowledge of accounting accrual principles and double-entry bookkeeping
Knowledge of Sage Payroll and Xero accounting software
Experience with end-to-end payroll processing for large teams
Ability to handle payroll reconciliations and statutory pay calculations
Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
Excellent communication skills, particularly via phone and email
Experience with pension uploads and handling payroll queries
Experience in the care sector is a bonus
Benefits:
28 days' annual leave (including bank holidays)
Company pension scheme
Training and career development opportunities
Access to Blue Light Card Scheme
Why Join Us?
You'll join a supportive, growing organisation where your work has a real impact. Enjoy professional development opportunities, a friendly culture, and the satisfaction of helping care teams deliver person-centred support to children, adults with learning disabilities, and elderly residents.
About the company
London Paramount Care Ltd excels in providing specialized care for adults with learning difficulties. Our dedicated team ensures a professional, effective service that fosters a supportive, family-like environment where individuals thrive. Upholding integrity, commitment, care, and compassion, we offer tailored residential placements and outreach support, promoting social engagement and community integration. With decades of collective experience, we prioritize personalized care to uplift well-being and achieve optimal outcomes for our service users. At London Paramount Care Ltd, we're committed to setting a new standard in adult care, emphasising individualised support and enhancing quality of life.
Required Criteria

• Experience using the Sage Payroll and Xero accounting software
• Understanding of IFRS and/or UK GAAP
• Experience with pension uploads and handling payroll queries
• Payroll qualification from a recognised body (e.g., CIPP Certificate or Diploma), Bachelor's degree in Finance or Business, AAT Level 4, or equivalent

Desired Criteria

• Experience working within the Care Sector

Skills you'll need

Skills Required