Job Description

Job Overview

Are you an experienced finance professional with excellent Sage skills and a passion for accuracy? We're looking for a Senior Bookkeeper and Payroll Specialist to manage our day-to-day financial operations -- including payroll, invoicing, reconciliations, and supporting our company accountant.

This is a key role in a values-led organisation where your attention to detail and reliability will make a real difference.

What You'll Be Doing:

Maintaining accurate financial records using Sage Accounts Posting and managing sales invoices, credit control, and tracking payments Managing accounts payable and receivable Completing monthly bank reconciliations and resolving discrepancies Processing accurate, end-to-end payroll using Sage Payroll, including pensions, tax, and statutory payments Submitting HMRC returns and maintaining employee payroll records Assisting the company accountant with financial tasks and year-end preparations Handling payroll and finance queries from staff and stakeholders
What We're Looking For:

AAT Level 4 qualified (or equivalent); part-qualified accountant welcome At least 5 years' experience in bookkeeping and payroll Proficient in Sage Accounts and Sage Payroll (essential) Strong understanding of UK payroll, pensions, and HMRC requirements Confident in invoicing, reconciliations, and maintaining ledgers High attention to detail, organised and proactive Experience in the care or non-profit sector (desirable)
Why Work With Us?

Competitive salary of 32,000 - 35,000 Supportive, people-focused working environment Flexible hours and potential for hybrid working Opportunity to shape and improve finance processes
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 32,000.00-35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking Private medical insurance Referral programme
Experience:

Book keeping and payroll: 5 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

AAT qualification (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 25/07/2025
Reference ID: 252787
Expected start date: 04/08/2025