Academy Finance Officer

3 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Active Care Group Recruitment Full time

We are seeking a highly skilled Finance Officer to join our team at Blackheath in South East London. As a key member of our finance department, you will be responsible for the timely and accurate processing of staff payroll, in collaboration with our central payroll team.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a finance role, with a strong understanding of payroll processing and finance duties. AAT qualification is preferred but not essential, as long as you have relevant experience.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Inputting all employee payroll data and records, and maintaining those records.
  • Liaising with HR to resolve all payroll issues, including leavers.
  • Responding to payroll-related questions or concerns from employees, and liaising with departmental managers as necessary.
  • Submitting invoice batches to Accounts Payable Head Office.
  • Responsible for timely and accurate processing of the staff payroll, ready for submission to the payroll bureau for batch processing and submission of all returns by due date to HMRC.
  • Contributing to the efficient and effective work of the finance department.
  • Patient Allowance & Social Funds total reconciliation (incl bank).
  • Petty Cash total reconciliation (incl bank).

What we offer:

  • 25 days plus bank holidays.
  • Birthday off.
  • Access to the Active Learning Hub, with a wide range of e-learning and face-to-face training and development opportunities.
  • The Active Reward App, giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop.
  • Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App, to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice.
  • A Nest Personal Pension account.
  • Access to join a Medicash Health Plan, for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials.
  • Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits.
  • The Refer a Friend Scheme, and earn yourself up to £1000 by recommending someone you know.


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