Payroll and Finance Officer

London Paramount Care; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Stevenage is looking for a Payroll and Finance Officer to manage payroll and bookkeeping functions. The ideal candidate will oversee payroll for multiple companies, ensuring compliance and accuracy, while also supporting the finance team. We're seeking someone with experience in Sage and Xero software and understanding of accounting principles. This is a full-time role with a starting salary of £28,000 annually.

Benefits

28 days’ annual leave

Company pension scheme

Training and career development opportunities

Access to Blue Light Card Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in payroll processing and compliance.
• Ability to handle payroll reconciliations and statutory pay calculations.
• Experience with pension uploads and handling payroll queries.

Responsibilities

• Manage payroll for multiple companies.
• Process payroll accurately each month.
• Administer pensions and ensure compliance.

Skills

Payroll processing

Accounting accrual principles

Sage Payroll

Xero accounting software

Statutory pay calculations

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Payroll qualification (CIPP)

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Business

AAT Level 4

Tools

Sage

Xero

Job description

Overview

London Paramount Care provides high-quality care for children and adults with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs, as well as the elderly, with a key focus on providing person-centred care for all we support. Everything we do is guided by our values: integrity, compassion, care and commitment across every part of the business. We’re looking for a Payroll and Finance Officer. This is a hands-on role where you’ll manage payroll and bookkeeping, ensuring everything runs smoothly in the background, so our care teams can focus on providing the person-centred support our service users rely on.

About The Role

The Payroll and Finance Officer will join our back-office team and be responsible for managing the end-to-end payroll for multiple companies, maintaining accuracy, compliance, and confidentiality. You’ll work closely with HR and the wider finance team to resolve queries, support with management accounts and help improve systems and processes.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Managing payroll for multiple companies (20–400 employees) using Sage and Xero
• Processing payroll accurately each month, including reconciliations and statutory pay calculations (maternity, sick pay, holiday pay, etc.)
• Administering pensions, ensuring accurate uploads, reporting, and compliance with regulations
• Producing payroll journals, control account entries, and reconciliations to support timely management accounts
• Distributing payslips, P45s, P60s, and P11Ds accurately and on schedule
• Responding to payroll queries quickly and professionally, liaising with HR, employees, and managers
• Supporting audits and producing clear reports for senior management
• Contributing to improvements in payroll systems, processes, and internal controls
• Assisting the wider finance team with bookkeeping, accounting tasks, and ad-hoc projects as needed
• Ensuring confidentiality, accuracy, and professionalism in all payroll and finance-related activities

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in payroll processing and compliance
• Proven knowledge of accounting accrual principles and double-entry bookkeeping
• Knowledge of Sage Payroll and Xero accounting software
• Experience with end-to-end payroll processing for large teams
• Ability to handle payroll reconciliations and statutory pay calculations
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
• Excellent communication skills, particularly via phone and email
• Experience with pension uploads and handling payroll queries
• Experience in the care sector is a bonus

Benefits

• 28 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Company pension scheme
• Training and career development opportunities
• Access to Blue Light Card Scheme

Why Join Us?

You’ll join a supportive, growing organisation where your work has a real impact. Enjoy professional development opportunities, a friendly culture, and the satisfaction of helping care teams deliver person-centred support to children, adults with learning disabilities, and elderly residents.

Company & Culture

London Paramount Care Ltd provides tailored care for adults with learning disabilities and autism in nurturing residential environments. Regulated by CQC, our culture values empowerment, integrity, and respect, fostering a supportive and ambitious atmosphere. We prioritize continuous improvement and ethical practices, ensuring client satisfaction and positive outcomes. Join us for career growth in a compassionate and dynamic work environment dedicated to making a difference.

Company Culture

At London Paramount Care Ltd, our culture thrives on empowerment, integrity, and respect. We cultivate a supportive environment where every individual—whether service user or team member—can flourish. Committed to continuous improvement and ethical practices, we prioritize client satisfaction and positive outcomes. Join our dynamic team to experience a workplace that values growth, compassion, and making a meaningful impact in the lives of adults with learning disabilities and autism.

Required Criteria

• Experience using the Sage Payroll and Xero accounting software
• Understanding of IFRS and/or UK GAAP
• Experience with pension uploads and handling payroll queries
• Payroll qualification from a recognised body (e.g., CIPP Certificate or Diploma), Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Business, AAT Level 4, or equivalent

Desired Criteria

• Experience working within the Care Sector

Closing Date

Friday 17th October, 2025

Contract Type

fulltime

Salary

Starting from £28,000.00 Yearly