Bristol Bears is looking for an organised and analytical Finance and Payroll Officer to manage its end-to-end accounts payable and payroll functions.
The Role
Bristol Bears is part of Stephen Lansdown's sporting group, which includes Bristol Sport, Bristol City, Bristol Flyers and their community charities.
In this hybrid role, you will be the main point of contact for employees on pay and day-to-day payroll, and for suppliers on invoices and payments.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee end-to-end monthly payroll, including starters, leavers and changes
- Reconcile HMRC reports and make timely submissions
- Act as the key contact with the pension provider and administer pension reports
- Ensure payroll complies with HMRC, tax and pension regulations
- Process and code supplier invoices in Xledger and prepare fortnightly BACS payment runs
- Handle supplier queries and statement reconciliations
- Process expense claims via Concur and reconcile corporate credit cards
Key Details
- Location: Bristol Bears High Performance Centre, Abbots Leigh, Bristol (BS8 3TF) - hybrid working can be discussed
- Contract: Permanent, part time (15 hours over two days a week)
- Salary: £16,000 (£40,000 FTE)
- Department: Operations
- Closing date: 26 November 2026
Finance and Payroll Officer (Part Time) employer: Bristol Bears
Bristol Bears Rugby is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to work within a dynamic sports medicine team dedicated to supporting elite athletes. With a strong commitment to professional development and a collaborative work culture, employees benefit from ongoing training and the chance to contribute to the success of the Women's team in a vibrant community setting. Located at Shaftesbury Park, the role provides not only a fulfilling career but also the chance to inspire and engage with a passionate fan base.
