Finance and Payroll Manager Job Leicester England UK,Finance & Banking

Company Description PSA Financial Services Ltd is a specialist financial advisory firm focused on investment and pension portfolio management, ranging from ISAs to group money purchase pension schemes. The company provides guidance on long-term care funding, estate preservation, and tax planning, with risk-rated portfolios designed to reduce client anxiety and support informed decision-making. PSA Financial Services Ltd is committed to delivering tailored, responsible advice that aligns with clients’ financial goals and life plans.

Purpose of the Role:

To manage the day-to-day financial administration of the business, including purchase ledger, sales ledger, payroll and banking activities, whilst producing accurate management information to support business decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:
Bookkeeping & Financial Processing:

Maintain accurate accounting records.
Process purchase invoices, expenses and supplier payments.
Raise sales invoices and monitor debtor balances.
Reconcile bank accounts and control accounts.
Manage company credit card and expense processes.

Payroll & Benefits:

Process monthly payroll.
Administer pension contributions and employee benefit deductions.
Ensure payroll is processed in a timely manner and records are maintained accurately.

Management Reporting:

Produce monthly management reports.
Assist in preparation of management accounts.
Monitor income, expenditure and cash flow.
Prepare reports analyzing revenue, costs and business performance.

Provide ad hoc financial information to Directors.

Financial Administration:

Support annual audit and year-end processes.

Assist with budgeting activities.
Maintain fixed asset and financial records.
Ensure appropriate financial controls are followed.

Compliance:

Support VAT returns and statutory reporting requirements.
Maintain compliance with internal financial procedures.
Ensure confidentiality and accuracy of financial information.

Essential Criteria:
Qualifications:

AAT qualified, part-qualified ACCA/CIMA, or equivalent experience.

Experience:

Experience in bookkeeping and financial administration.
Payroll processing experience.
Experience using accounting software.
Experience preparing management reports.
Bank reconciliation and ledger management experience.

Knowledge &

Skills:

Strong Excel skills.
Good numerical and analytical skills.
High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to manage competing priorities.
Strong organisational skills.

Desirable Criteria:
Qualifications:

Part-qualified or qualified ACCA/CIMA.
Payroll qualification.

Experience:

Experience in an SME environment.
Experience of preparing management accounts.
Experience with budgeting and forecasting.
Knowledge of financial services or professional services sectors.

Knowledge &

Skills:

Experience with payroll systems.

Knowledge of VAT and regulatory reporting.
Experience of business reporting and KPI analysis.

We offer a competitive salary plus

33 days annual leave including Bank Holidays (increasing by 1 day at 5 and 10 years' service)
10% non-contributory pension
Optional personal pension contributions via salary sacrifice
Life assurance (4 x salary)
Performance Related Bonus Scheme
Up to 2 days per week working from home (after successful probation)
Professional development opportunities
EAP via Aviva Smart Health
Work anniversary scheme
Free on-site parking
Free fresh fruit and cereal
Modern well-equipped offices and kitchen with seating areas inside and out
Small onsite gym