Finance Officer

CareYourWay; East Allington; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Flexible working options

Professional development

Job summary

CareYourWay Group Ltd is seeking a detail-driven Finance Officer to manage the financial accounts for all group companies, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strong financial performance.

The role covers monthly and annual reporting, budgeting, and cash-flow monitoring, with oversight of payroll and regulatory compliance. Flexible working options are available within a care-focused non-profit environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with proven experience in financial management.
• Experience with care sector funding and financial regulations.
• Understanding of ethical considerations when dealing with vulnerable adults.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly and annual financial reports for all group businesses.
• Support budget planning, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable across the group.
• Complete invoicing and ensure timely collection of aged receivables.
• Monitor funding streams, including grants, contracts, and service-user contributions.
• Oversee payroll inputs and ensure accurate salary calculations.
• Assist with audit preparation and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain strong financial controls and documentation.
• Prepare client contracts and quotations in line with organisational standards.
• Support Franchise Partner training in all aspects of finance.
• Provide financial insights and cash-flow monitoring to operational teams.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budget forecasting

Cash flow management

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Xero

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified

Tools

Xero

Job description

CareYourWay Group Ltd is a leading care organisation supporting vulnerable adults across multiple services and business units.

We are seeking a detail-driven Finance Officer to manage the financial accounts for all companies within the group, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strong financial performance.

Key Responsibilities

As our Finance Officer, your responsibilities will include:

• Prepare monthly and annual financial reports for all group businesses
• Support budget planning, forecasting, and financial analysis
• Manage accounts payable and receivable across the group
• Complete invoicing and ensure timely collection of aged receivables
• Monitor and manage funding streams, including grants, contracts, and service-user contributions
• Work closely with local authorities and funding bodies to ensure transparency and compliance
• Oversee payroll inputs and ensure accurate salary calculations
• Assist with audit preparation and regulatory compliance
• Maintain strong financial controls and documentation
• Prepare client contracts and quotations in line with organisational standards
• Assist with Franchise Partner training in all aspects of finance
• Support operational teams with financial insights and cash-flow monitoring
• Any other relevant tasks as required by the business
• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) with proven experience in financial management
• Strong knowledge of care sector funding and financial regulations
• Demonstrated understanding of the needs of vulnerable adults and the ethical considerations involved
• Leadership experience with the ability to inspire and motivate a team
• Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills
• Proficient in financial software (Xero) and Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience working within the care sector or a similar non-profit/social enterprise environment
• Understanding of the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and local authority requirements
• Competitive salary and pension scheme
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Flexible working options to promote work-life balance