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Group Finance Assistant
Melksham
Head Office – Fully office-based
£30,000–£32,000 per annum DOE
9.00am–5.00pm, 40 hours per week
Autonomy Care Group provides residential and community support for adults, children and young people with learning disabilities and complex needs.
Bring your accounts experience to a varied finance role supporting services that make a difference to people’s lives. As our Group Finance Assistant, you will work across our group of companies, maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the preparation of timely management accounts.
Working closely with the Group Finance Manager, you will contribute to the day-to-day running of the accounts function, process payroll under their supervision and complete the necessary HMRC returns and submissions.
You will have previous experience working in an accounts or finance role, with a good understanding of purchase and sales ledgers, reconciliations and month-end processes. Ideally, you will be AAT Level 3 qualified, with AAT Level 4 preferred, or hold an equivalent recognised accounting qualification. Applicants with substantial relevant experience will also be considered.
Main responsibilities
Your duties will include:
- Purchase ledger: processing supplier invoices, reconciling supplier statements and assisting with payment runs.
- Sales ledger: raising invoices, allocating receipts and maintaining customer accounts.
- Credit control: monitoring outstanding balances and following up overdue payments.
- Reconciliations: assisting with bank, credit card and other account reconciliations.
- Petty cash and expenses: checking and processing records, receipts and staff expense claims.
- Payroll processing and administration: processing payroll under the supervision of the Group Finance Manager, maintaining accurate payroll records and completing the necessary HMRC returns and submissions within required deadlines.
- Management accounts support: assisting the Group Finance Manager with month-end tasks and maintaining supporting records.
- General finance administration: responding to queries, maintaining accurate records and liaising with colleagues across our services.
About you
We are looking for someone who has:
- Strong attention to detail and good numeracy skills.
- A methodical and organised approach, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
- Good communication skills and the confidence to liaise with colleagues, suppliers and customers.
- Strong IT skills, including confidence using Excel, Word and accounting software.
- A professional approach to handling confidential financial and employee information.
- The ability to work independently on routine finance tasks, recognise discrepancies and raise queries appropriately, while contributing to a supportive team.
Payroll administration experience and knowledge of QuickBooks would be beneficial, although training can be provided.
What we offer
- Free parking at our head office.
- Long service awards.
- A supportive team and practical guidance from the Group Finance Manager.
- Opportunities to develop your accounting and payroll administration skills.
Safeguarding commitment
Autonomy Care Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the adults, children and young people we support. We expect all employees to share this commitment and follow our safeguarding policies and procedures.
We follow safer recruitment practices. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including references and any DBS check applicable to the role.
Equal opportunities
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We are committed to an inclusive workplace where applicants and employees are treated fairly and with respect.
We welcome requests for reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
We are a Disability Confident employer and a Mental Health at Work Committed employer.
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Group Finance Assistant in Melksham employer: Autonomy Care Group
Autonomy Care Group is an exceptional employer, offering a nurturing work environment in Castle Cary that prioritises both employee and resident well-being. With a strong focus on professional development through comprehensive training opportunities and a culture of support, team leaders can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the lives of adults with learning disabilities. The competitive salary and additional benefits, such as referral bonuses, further enhance the rewarding experience of working in this dedicated residential home.
