Senior Finance Officer

Volunteer Hartlepool; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit organization in Greatham, Hartlepool is looking for a finance professional to support payroll and financial reporting functions. The successful candidate will manage payroll processes, assist in preparing management accounts, and maintain financial accuracy. AAT Level 3/4 and at least three years' finance experience are required. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of £34,645 per year and requires 30–40 hours of work weekly.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a finance role.
• Significant experience in processing payroll.
• Experience in general accounts office processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processes.
• Assist in preparing timely management accounts.
• Support budget holders in managing expenditure.

Skills

Payroll processing

Financial reporting

General ledger maintenance

Bank reconciliation

Accounting software proficiency

Education

AAT Level 3/4 or equivalent

Job description

The Greatham Foundation, previously known as the Hospital of God has a long and proud history of working with vulnerable people living in the North East of England. Established in 1273 by Bishop Robert de Stichell to help poor and elderly people, throughout the centuries we have taken this founding ethos and developed into a modern organisation meeting a range of 21st century needs.

Job Summary

In this key role, you will support the day-to-day finance function, processing payroll and support financial reporting. You will play an integral role in ensuring financial accuracy, procedural compliance, and the smooth running of internal accounting processes.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Administration

• Manage end-to-end payroll processes, including PAYE, pensions, expenses, and statutory payments.
• Process starters, leavers, salary changes, overtime, deductions, and holiday pay.
• Ensure accurate employee payments and maintain confidential payroll records.
• Prepare payroll reports, post payroll journals, and ensure compliance with HMRC and National Minimum Wage requirements.
• Keep payroll procedures up to date with legislative changes.

Financial Management & Accounts Support

• Assist in preparing accurate and timely management accounts and financial reports.
• Manage the debtors ledger and support purchase invoice and staff expense processing.
• Process BACS and ad-hoc payments, oversee petty cash, and record income received.
• Support budget holders in managing expenditure and complete month‑end tasks, including journals and reconciliations.
• Maintain the general ledger, assist with bank reconciliations, and support credit control.
• Contribute to year‑end processes, statutory accounts preparation, and the annual audit.
• Help maintain and improve financial systems (Dimensions and Select Pay) and support system improvement projects.

Person Specification

• AAT Level 3/4 or equivalent relevant experience.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a finance role.
• Significant experience in processing payroll.
• Significant experience in general accounts office processes: bank and cash, bank reconciliation, purchase ledger, sales invoices.

Job Location

Greatham, Hartlepool

Wage and Hours

£34,645 per year

Full Time – 30–40 hours per week