Finance and Payroll Officer

Job Advertisement: Finance and Payroll Officer

Job Title: Finance and Payroll Officer

Location: The White House, Limerick Close, Ipswich

Salary: £30,000–£38,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: Part-time to start with then leading onto full time next year

Work Setting: This is an in-person, office-based role (not remote or hybrid)

Start Date: As soon as possible

About the Role

We are looking for a detail-oriented, reliable, and tenacious Senior Finance and Payroll Officer to join our growing team. This role is central to the smooth running of our organisation's financial operations, ensuring staff and suppliers are paid accurately and on time, and that our accounts are well-managed and compliant.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing payroll, overseeing the purchase ledger, and leading credit control efforts. You'll also produce weekly financial reports that help drive decision-making and protect the financial health of the business.

This is a face-to-face role based at our office in Ipswich. While we prefer a full-time appointment, we are open to part-time working arrangements for the right candidate, particularly during the initial stages.

Key Responsibilities

• Process monthly payroll accurately and maintain up-to-date payroll records.
• Manage the purchase ledger: input supplier invoices, match with purchase orders, and prepare payment runs.
• Reconcile accounts payable and receivable; ensure timely follow-up on outstanding invoices.
• Produce weekly financial reports, including:
• Aged Receivables Report
• Aged Payables Report
• Cash Flow Summary
• Payroll Summary
• Credit Control Activity Log
• Lead credit control activities — following up on overdue accounts with persistence and professionalism.
• Assist with monthly and quarterly management accounts and financial reporting.
• Support audit preparation and ensure compliance with financial procedures and regulations.
• Collaborate with HR and admin teams on payroll, staff expenses, and budget monitoring.
• Communicate clearly and respectfully with internal teams, suppliers, and external stakeholders.

Person SpecificationEssential Qualifications and Experience

• AAT qualified or working towards ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent; or substantial relevant experience.
• Experience with payroll processing and purchase ledger management.
• Proficiency in accounting software Xero and Microsoft Excel.
• Hands-on experience with accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Familiarity with management accounts, reporting, and audit preparation.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

• Experience preferable in healthcare, Social care and NHS
• Knowledge of grant reporting and project-based accounting.
• Understanding of HMRC regulations regarding payroll, pensions, and expenses.

Skills and Abilities

• High attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping.
• Excellent phone and email communication skills with a professional, courteous manner.
• Strong time-management and organisational skills.
• Tenacious approach to credit control — never giving up until invoices are paid.
• Ability to engage respectfully with staff and stakeholders at all levels.
• Problem-solving mindset with a proactive attitude.

Personal Attributes

• Organised, dependable, and self-motivated.
• Committed to maintaining the financial health of the company as a top priority.
• Discreet and professional when handling sensitive data.
• A team player with a continuous improvement mindset.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to:

Applications without a covering letter will not be considered.

Interviews: Interviews will be held on a rolling basis

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £30,000.00-£38,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Flexitime
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person