REED Accountancy and Finance are looking for a TEMP (Potential to go Perm) Finance Officer, to work 4 or 5 days within a rapidly growing Home Care Agency based near to Ringwood. This role will support the Operations Director across all bookkeeping, payroll and finance functions. Please see below: 

Finance Officer Salary: £15.00 to £18.00 per hour Hours: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm or possibility for 4 days a week. 

Key Responsibilities

Bookkeeping & Financial Administration

• Maintain accurate ledgers for the business and its subsidiaries.
• Record and reconcile organisational bank accounts.
• Manage accounts receivable and payable, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• File VAT and other regulatory returns.
• Generate and process client invoices, manage credit control, and liaise with clients and suppliers to ensure healthy cashflow.

Payroll

• Manage and process payroll for employees and paid workforce.
• Ensure correct calculation of salaries, deductions, bonuses, and adjustments.
• Work closely with our managed payroll services provider to resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate employee payroll records.
• Respond to payroll queries in a timely and professional manner.

About You

We’re looking for someone who brings a proactive, organised, and adaptable approach to the finance function. The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven experience as a bookkeeper, including managing ledgers and financial records.
• Strong understanding of reconciliation principles and accounting best practice.
• Experience using Xero and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
• Strong communication skills for working with staff, clients, and suppliers.
• Knowledge of payroll compliance and regulations (desirable but not essential).