Payroll and Finance Coordinator

Willingcare; Reading; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A welcoming school team in Reading is seeking a Payroll and Finance Coordinator to manage the payroll process and support the finance department. The ideal candidate will have strong payroll experience and advanced Excel skills, along with excellent attention to detail. This full-time role is on a fixed-term contract and offers a chance to work in a supportive and community-focused environment.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Immediate start available

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in payroll is essential.
• Previous finance experience within a school setting is highly desirable.
• Ability to work confidently across finance functions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process the monthly payroll accurately and on time.
• Manage the Sales (Parent) Ledger ensuring records are kept up to date.
• Complete bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy across accounts.
• Oversee and deliver the month-end process efficiently.

Skills

Strong payroll experience

Advanced Excel skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

AAT Level 4 or equivalent qualification

Tools

QuickBooks

Ellucian

Job description

Job Description

Payroll and Finance Coordinator

Salary : Full-Time Hours

An immediate opportunity for an experienced Payroll and Finance Coordinator to join a welcoming school team on a fixed‑term basis.

Our client is looking for a detail‑oriented and motivated Payroll and Finance Coordinator to support the finance department in a busy and rewarding school environment. This role is ideal for someone with strong payroll experience, advanced Excel skills and the ability to work confidently across finance functions.

What We Are Looking For

• AAT Level 4 (or equivalent) qualification
• Proven experience in payroll (essential)
• Previous finance experience within a school setting (highly desirable)
• Strong knowledge of Excel with the ability to use advanced functions confidently
• Excellent attention to detail, organisation and problem‑solving skills

Why Join the Service

• Fixed‑term contract (10 months) with the possibility of flexible working arrangements
• Immediate start available
• The chance to work in a supportive and community‑focused school environment
• A role that provides variety, responsibility and the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the smooth running of the school

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and process the monthly payroll accurately and on time
• Manage the Sales (Parent) Ledger ensuring records are kept up to date
• Update cashbooks and maintain accurate financial information
• Complete bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy across accounts
• Oversee and deliver the month‑end process efficiently

Reference : WILL177115 / MW

INDCHI

Required Experience : IC

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Key Skills

Office Manager Experience, Presentation Skills, Accounts Receivable, Dentrix, Organizational skills, Ellucian, QuickBooks, Accounting, Dental Receptionist, Dental Office Experience, Financial Management, Bookkeeping

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years