Finance & Payroll Manager

Finance & Payroll Manager

Worcestershire

Full-Time or Part-Time (3-5 Days per Week)

Temp - ongoing, potential to go permanent for the right candidate

Pay: £17.95 - £23.07 per hour

Our client is a growing, forward-thinking professional services business, based in Worcestershire. As the organisation continues to expand, they are seeking an experienced Finance & Payroll Manager to take ownership of payroll, VAT compliance and day-to-day financial operations.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on finance professional looking for a varied role with real autonomy and influence. Working closely with senior leadership, you'll play a key role in supporting the organisation's continued growth while helping to shape and improve finance processes.

• Manage the end-to-end monthly payroll process.
• Administer PAYE, pension auto-enrolment and statutory payments.
• Ensure accurate RTI submissions and payroll compliance.

• Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns under Making Tax Digital (MTD).
• Maintain compliance with HMRC regulations and reporting requirements.

• Act as the primary point of contact for HMRC.
• Handle correspondence, queries, submissions and compliance deadlines.

• Manage bookkeeping, bank reconciliations, invoicing and credit control using Xero.
• Oversee month‑end processes and financial administration.
• Ensure financial records are maintained accurately and efficiently within the accounting system.

• Produce management accounts and financial reports.
• Provide cash flow forecasting and business insights to support decision‑making.

• Identify opportunities to streamline and automate finance processes.
• Support the ongoing development and efficiency of the finance function.

• Proven experience using Xero is essential. You must be confident managing day-to-day finance activities, reconciliations, reporting and payroll-related processes within the system.
• 3-4 years' experience in a finance or accountancy role, ideally within a professional services environment.
• Strong payroll processing experience and a sound understanding of UK VAT requirements.
• Up-to-date knowledge of HMRC regulations and compliance obligations.
• Experience preparing and submitting VAT returns and managing payroll compliance.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work independently.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• A professional and discreet approach when handling sensitive information.
• AAT qualification or part-qualified ACCA/CIMA status would be advantageous, although relevant experience is equally valued.

• Competitive salary of £35,000 - £45,000 pro rata
  , depending on experience.
• Flexible working pattern with the option to work 3, 4 or 5 days per week.
• Standard working hours of 9:00am - 5:00pm.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunity to take ownership of the finance function and make a tangible impact.
• Ongoing support for professional development and qualifications.
• Company pension scheme.
• Generous holiday entitlement.
• Free on-site parking.

Please note:
Hands‑on Xero experience is essential for this role and candidates without previous Xero experience are unlikely to be considered.