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Finance & Payroll Officer - Social Care Location: Remote Reporting to: Director / Operations Manager Hours: 0.6 FTE Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Contract Type: Ongoing About Us We are a growing UK social care provider operating across multiple local authority areas. We work with over 10 local authorities to provide safe, high-quality accommodation and support services to vulnerable young people and adults. We are seeking an organised and detail-oriented Finance & Payroll Officer to manage our day-to-day finance administration, payroll checking, invoicing, reconciliations, and credit control activities. This is a key role within the organisation, helping to ensure accurate financial records, strong cash flow management, and timely payments from local authority commissioners. Key Responsibilities Payroll Administration Review and verify monthly payroll data before submission. Check staff hours, overtime, holiday pay, sickness, and statutory payments. Liaise with payroll providers and managers to resolve payroll queries. Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation. Reconcile payroll reports against staffing records. Accounts Receivable & Credit Control Raise monthly invoices to local authorities and commissioning bodies. Ensure placement data and occupancy records are accurate before invoicing. Monitor outstanding invoices and proactively chase overdue payments. Reconcile payments received against invoices. Produce aged debtor reports and provide updates to management. Build positive working relationships with local authority finance departments. Purchase Ledger & Expenditure Monitoring Review and reconcile expenditure across all homes. Consolidate bank statements and analyse spending patterns. Match transactions against receipts and supporting documentation. Investigate discrepancies and unusual expenditure. Assist managers in maintaining spending within agreed budgets. Financial Administration Perform bank reconciliations. Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems. Assist with month-end processes. Support VAT and year-end accounting requirements. Prepare financial reports and summaries for management. Management Information Produce monthly reports on: oOccupancy levels oRevenue by local authority oOutstanding debtors oHome expenditure oPayroll costs Support budgeting and forecasting activities. Essential Requirements Minimum 3 years' experience in bookkeeping, finance administration, payroll, or accounts. Strong understanding of: oPayroll processes oCredit control oBank reconciliations oAccounts receivable and payable Experience using accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, or similar. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Strong organisational and time-management skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. Desirable Requirements Experience working with UK organisations. Experience in supported accommodation, social care, housing, healthcare, or education sectors. Knowledge of UK payroll processes. Familiarity with local authority invoicing and commissioning arrangements. A bookkeeping or accounting qualification (AAT, ICB, SAIBA, SAIPA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent). Personal Attributes We are looking for someone who is: Highly organised and methodical. Proactive and solutions-focused. Comfortable communicating with managers and external stakeholders. Trustworthy and able to handle confidential information. Committed to maintaining high standards of financial accuracy. What We Offer Fully remote working. Opportunity to join a growing organisation. Long-term career development opportunities. Supportive management team. Meaningful work contributing to positive outcomes for vulnerable people. How to Apply Please submit: [login to view URL] CV. 2.A brief cover letter outlining your experience in payroll, bookkeeping, invoicing, and credit control. [login to view URL] of the accounting software you have used and your experience supporting UK-based organisations. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and early applications are encouraged.
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Having been a financial analyst and business consultant for years, I'm adept at diligently managing the financial aspects of organizations - A proficiency that's perfectly aligned with your needs. My experience encompasses end-to-end payroll administration, credit control, accounts reconciliations, and accounts receivable and payable management, to mention a few. Moreover, I leverage a suite of accounting software including Sage and Xero for optimized results. My in-depth understanding of finance is accompanied by highly advanced Excel expertise, further bolstered by meticulous attention to detail - qualities essential to efficiently laboring over banking reconciliations and producing financial reports. Additionally, my strategic thinking, critical problem-solving abilities, familiarity with budgeting processes, and comprehensive knowledge of local authority invoicing will enable me to effectively meet all the requirements of this job. On top of that, I’ve had previous work experiences span healthcare institutions which have instilled within me an understanding of the social care industry—a distinctive added advantage for your project. With the portfolio suggested above, I'm confident not only in my capacity to meet your needs but surpass your expectations.
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As a skilled Chartered Accountant, I have over 8 years of experience streamlining finances and managing effective accounting systems. My background directly aligns with your need for a detail-oriented Finance & Payroll Officer. Not only will I ensure accurate financial records and robust cash flow management, but I'll also focus intently on timely payments from local authority commissioners to maintain a strong financial position for your organization. My unique experience spans not only different areas of finance but also across geographies including UK; making me well-versed with local authority invoicing and commissioning arrangements which are of particular importance for your project. I'm confident my organizational skills, knowledge, and approach would provide invaluable support to your organisation's ongoing financial management strategies. Let's connect and take the stress off your finance desk!
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Dear Hiring Manager, I am interested in the Finance & Payroll Officer position. I have over 4 years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, invoicing, bank reconciliations, accounts payable/receivable, payroll support, and financial reporting. I am proficient in Tally ERP and Microsoft Excel and have worked extensively with financial records, invoice preparation, debtor and creditor management, bank reconciliations, and payroll-related activities. While I have not yet worked with UK accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, or Sage, I have a strong accounting foundation and am confident in my ability to learn new systems quickly. My strengths include: • 4+ years of accounting and bookkeeping experience • Payroll support and financial administration • Accounts receivable and payable management • Bank reconciliations and invoicing • Strong Excel and Tally ERP skills • High attention to detail and accuracy I am eager to contribute to your organisation, work remotely, and quickly adapt to UK accounting processes and software. I would welcome the opportunity to discuss how my skills and experience can support your finance team. Thank you for your consideration. Kind Regards, Abhilash Jha
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Hello, I am interested in your Finance & Payroll Officer position. As a Semi-Qualified Chartered Accountant with hands-on experience in bookkeeping, reconciliations, invoicing, MIS reporting, accounts receivable/payable, and financial administration, I can provide reliable support for your day-to-day finance operations. My experience includes bank reconciliations, invoice processing, debtor follow-ups, expense monitoring, payroll data review, and preparation of management reports using Excel and accounting software such as QuickBooks, Zoho Books, and Tally. I am highly detail-oriented and understand the importance of accuracy, confidentiality, and timely reporting. I am comfortable working independently in a remote environment, managing multiple priorities, and communicating professionally with both internal teams and external stakeholders. My accounting background enables me to quickly identify discrepancies, maintain accurate records, and support month-end and audit processes efficiently. I am available for long-term collaboration and would welcome the opportunity to discuss how I can support your growing organisation.
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I am a CMA-qualified Finance and Costing Professional with over 12 years of experience in manufacturing, FMCG, pharmaceuticals, commodities, and process industries. My expertise includes product costing, standard costing, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, variance analysis, inventory management, and management reporting. I help businesses improve profitability by developing accurate costing models, controlling production costs, preparing budgets, analyzing variances, and providing actionable financial insights. I have successfully implemented costing systems, improved inventory controls, and supported management in strategic decision-making. My approach is focused on accuracy, timely delivery, and practical solutions tailored to business requirements. I am confident that my experience and analytical skills can add value to your organization and contribute to achieving your financial and operational objectives.
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I m currently pursuing Chartered Accountant course currently in intermediate level and gave my both the group exam as well and I had a good knowledge in Accounting and payroll as I worked as internal auitor
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Hi, I'm Devesh — a finance and bookkeeping professional with 4+ years of experience in payroll administration, credit control, invoicing, bank reconciliations, and accounts receivable. I have worked with UK-based clients remotely and understand UK payroll processes including statutory payments, holiday pay, and sickness calculations. I am proficient in Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage, along with advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, financial dashboards). I have hands-on experience raising invoices to commissioning bodies, chasing overdue payments, producing aged debtor reports, and building positive relationships with finance departments — directly relevant to your local authority invoicing needs. I take financial accuracy and confidentiality seriously and bring a proactive, methodical approach. I am available immediately, fully comfortable working remotely in UK time zones, and happy to fit your 0.6 FTE schedule. I am confident I can add real value to your team from day one. Looking forward to discussing further. Thank you!
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Dear Hiring Manager, I am a qualified Chartered Accountant with extensive experience in finance, accounting, payroll review, bookkeeping, reconciliations, reporting, and internal controls. I am interested in the Finance & Payroll Officer position and believe my background aligns well with your requirements. Over the years, I have gained hands-on experience in: • Payroll verification, reconciliation, and statutory compliance review • Accounts receivable and payable management • Credit control and debtor follow-up activities • Bank reconciliations and month-end reporting • Financial analysis, budgeting, and management reporting • VAT support and year-end accounting assistance • Advanced Excel-based reporting and financial data analysis
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Hi Hope You're Doing Well! Recently, I led a finance project that resulted in a 20% increase in cash flow for a similar social care provider. Projects succeed when there's meticulous attention to detail, proactive communication, and strong financial analysis. With over 5 years of experience in finance administration and payroll management, I understand the critical components that drive financial success and can navigate challenges effectively. I'm confident that my expertise and my team's support can deliver outstanding results for your organization. Let's discuss how we can streamline your finance and payroll processes to maximize efficiency and accuracy. Regards, Laurence
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I will handle your monthly bookkeeping and BAS lodgement with ATO-compliant accuracy, backed by 15 years of Australian tax experience. Process: 1. Weekly Xero reconciliation + GST coding 2. BAS prepared, reviewed, and lodged before ATO deadline 3. Monthly P&L, Balance Sheet, and cash flow reports by 5th 4. Year-end tax planning to minimize tax legally I'm a Chartered Accountant & Registered Tax Agent. 15 years working exclusively with Australian SMEs — 5000+ BAS lodged, zero penalties. Xero Certified Advisor. Available AEST 9-5 for instant support. Fixed monthly rate, no hidden fees. I can start immediately after a quick scope call.
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Experienced hotel accountant with expertise in Cloudbeds PMS and QuickBooks Online, including OTA reconciliation, revenue tracking, and financial reporting. Skilled in managing multiple properties and ensuring accurate, timely reporting. Available for immediate start and long-term remote collaboration.
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Dear Hiring Manager, I am a Chartered Accountant with strong experience in accounting, financial reporting, reconciliations, budgeting, forecasting, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and management reporting. I have extensive experience working with Excel and accounting systems and possess a strong understanding of month-end processes and financial controls. I am highly organised, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently while managing multiple priorities. My background has equipped me with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, enabling me to ensure accuracy and timely reporting. Although my direct experience with UK social care organisations and payroll regulations is limited, I am a quick learner and committed to understanding your processes and requirements. I am confident that my accounting expertise, professionalism, and proactive approach would allow me to contribute effectively to your growing organisation. I am available to start immediately and would welcome the opportunity to discuss how I can support your finance and payroll operations. Kind regards, Shiva Rajak Virtual CFO | Financial Consultant
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I am a perfect fit for your project, understanding your need for a clean, professional, and user-friendly finance and payroll system that ensures seamless and integrated financial administration with automated processes. With extensive experience in payroll administration, invoicing, reconciliations, and credit control, I bring strong organizational skills and attention to detail. While I am new to Freelancer, I have tons of experience and have done other projects off site, including working with UK payroll processes and accounting software like Xero and QuickBooks. I would love to chat more about your project! Regards, Amy Gourel De St Pern
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Hi, Your requirement combines payroll review, invoicing, reconciliations, credit control, and management reporting—areas where process accuracy is critical. I work remotely as a finance consultant and regularly assist businesses with reconciliations, financial reporting, debtor monitoring, invoice reviews, expenditure analysis, and Excel-based management information. I am particularly interested in helping strengthen reporting processes and identifying discrepancies before they become larger issues. A couple of questions: • Which accounting software and payroll platform are currently being used? • Is the role focused primarily on review and control, or also on processing transactions? Happy to discuss how I can support your finance function remotely.
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Experienced and qualified accountant with a background in CIMA and ACCA. I have been in the accounting business for 6 years. Currently running my own firm, N.L Bookkeeping and Consultancy CC. Competent on most accounting software including Xero. Microsoft Excel and Word competent. My KPA's will focus on the following: Ledger and Journal entries, Accounts Receivable and Payable, Company payroll and deductions, revenue expenditure, monthly and quarterly cashflow report. KPI's will be benchmarked according to; Cashflow report, Monthly management reports, actualization of payments from processed invoices, daily bookkeeping and year-end financial reports. Financial documents will be compiled according to IFRS and GAAP with local UK accounting regulations. I will design a financial model workable for the specific needs and operational structure of the business. Financial model will also focus on strategic and financial outcome goals specific to the objectives of the business. Internal auditing will be done according IAASB and local UK standards, to ensure local and global compliance. I will have consultative meetings with management to discuss financial operations and company expenditure and income. Offer financial consultation if required and operational strategy based on current economic and fiscal macro-economic climate. Auditing will be done quarterly to ensure compliance according to the financial acts governing the company and yearly at the end of the fiscal year.
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Experienced Finance & Payroll Officer skilled in UK payroll, Xero, credit control, and remote work for social care having 8 years of experience in finance and accounting
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Dear Hiring Manager, I am writing to express my strong interest in your Remote Finance & Payroll Officer position. With my background as a Virtual Assistant specializing in data management, advanced Microsoft Excel, and research technicalities, I am highly confident in my ability to handle your financial administration and payroll tasks with maximum accuracy. I am well-versed in maintaining accurate financial records, processing data meticulously, and reconciling transactions against supporting documents. I possess excellent attention to detail, strong time-management skills, and a high level of integrity required to handle confidential financial information. Moreover, I am highly organized, solution-oriented, and comfortable working independently in a remote environment. Per your requirements, I am ready to provide my CV and a brief description of my relevant administrative experience. I am fully committed to maintaining the high standards of financial accuracy that your organization requires. Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the opportunity to discuss how I can contribute to your team. Best regards, Ginsen Tarisi Ginting
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Dear Hiring Manager, I am writing to express my interest in the Finance & Payroll Officer position. I have over 3.5 years of experience in finance operations, billing, accounts receivable, financial reporting, reconciliations, budgeting support, forecasting, and revenue analysis, with strong proficiency in Excel, Power BI, SQL, and Salesforce. In my previous role with a global organization, I supported UK-based business operations for approximately 2.7 years and later in next company supported Canadian operations serving the US region. This provided me with experience working with international stakeholders. My responsibilities included end-to-end invoice generation and processing, accounts receivable, collections, credit control, customer account maintenance, bank reconciliations, cash flow monitoring, revenue reporting, and month-end close activities. I regularly followed up on outstanding invoices, resolved billing discrepancies, maintained aged debtors reports, monitored receivables, investigated payment variances, and supported timely cash collections. I am highly proficient in Excel, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, and XLOOKUP, and have experience improving reporting accuracy and operational efficiency. While my direct experience with UK payroll and Xero is limited, my exposure to UK business operations and strong finance background enable me to quickly adapt to new systems and processes. I am currently seeking remote contract opportunities. Thank you, Kiran G
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As a qualified and experienced Chartered Accountant, I bring over seven years of hands-on knowledge and technical expertise to the finance and payroll field-my forte. I am particularly skilled at bank reconciliations and bookkeeping proficient in software such as Xero. With my adept organizational skills, attention to detail and time-management abilities, your financial records will be in the safest hands possible. My fluency in key accounting tasks such as payroll processing, credit control, accounts receivable and payable management is invaluable in ensuring error-free financial operations. It is essential for a professional in my position to demonstrate complete discretion with sensitive information; you can trust me with confidential matters. My exposure to the sector also affords me a solid understanding of social care, housing, healthcare and education sectors like yours. I take immense pride from contributing to the growth and well-being of vulnerable individuals-the true bedrocks of any society-which makes joining your team all the more valuable. Through remote work, I envision helping your organization thrive with strong financial management essential for business expansion. Choose me for reliable, accurate and efficient services that will help you maintain high standards, strong cash flow-management, and positive relationships with local authorities.
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I’m interested in this role because it aligns well with my background in accounting and payroll, and I’m keen to continue developing my career within an Australian business environment. I enjoy working with numbers, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting, and maintaining compliance with accounting and tax regulations. This position also offers the opportunity to contribute to a growing company while broadening my experience across different areas of finance. I’m motivated by the chance to be part of a supportive team where I can add value through my skills and attention to detail
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