Join ICare Group: Where passionate hearts shape the future of compassionate care. Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? ICare Group is seeking a dedicated individual to join our team as a Finance and Payroll Administrator. As a crucial member of our team, you will be shaping the future of ICare Group. Work from the Heart of Homes: We bring comfort and care directly to the doorsteps of those who require assistance. With ICare Group, you'll be an integral part of enhancing the quality of life for individuals in the comfort of their homes. Make a Meaningful Impact: Empower and uplift the lives of those who may need a helping hand. Collaborative and Supportive Environment: Join a team that values your contributions and supports your growth. ICare Group fosters a collaborative environment where your skills and dedication are recognized, appreciated, and rewarded. Diverse Opportunities: Whether you're experienced or new to the field, ICare Group provides training and development opportunities to all employees to enhance your skills and expand your career in the healthcare industry. Why Work with ICare Group? Refer a Friend Scheme : Earn £125 for both you and your referral through our 'Refer a Friend' Scheme (terms and conditions apply). Quarterly and Annual Awards : Be recognised and rewarded for your commitment with our Carer Awards. Blue Light Card : Enjoy discounts at hundreds of high street retailers and well-known brands. We will reimburse the cost of your Blue Light Card Employee Assistance Programme : Access free, practical, and impartial support for you and your family. Dedicated People and Wellbeing Team : Access to a supportive team focused on your wellbeing. Growth Opportunities : We are committed to helping our employees grow and develop their skills, offering opportunities for career advancement. Supportive Environment : ICare Group fosters a collaborative environment where your skills and dedication are recognised, appreciated, and rewarded. Champion Sustainability in Healthcare : We’re leading the way in environmentally responsible healthcare and are committed to reducing our environmental footprint. Through our Carbon Reduction Plan, we've cut emissions by 88.8% since 2019 and are on track to achieve Net Zero emissions by 2030. Weekly or Fortnightly Pay and Pension : Enjoy the stability of weekly or fortnightly pay and contribute to our stakeholder pension plan. A day in the life of a Finance and Payroll Administrator Supporting company operations by effective data input and administration of the payroll, sales ledger, credit control processes with high focus on exceptional customer service. Your purpose is to ensure all sales ledger postings are made in a timely manner to be certain that the sales ledger is up to date and accurate at all times. To support the Sales Ledger/Credit Control and Payroll team by ensuring the accuracy of data inputting and personal information, to ensure relevant client/staff files and databases are kept up to date. Follow local authority guidelines on debt collection and keep them informed. Process customer Direct Debit Forms and Payments via BACS. Enter all Sales Invoices onto Sage, carrying out a monthly reconciliation of all sales. To act as a source of advice on the day-to-day details of the sales ledger and payroll system and to respond to their enquiries. Liaise with internal operational teams on the day-to-day sales/payroll enquiries. Collate information regarding problems debts or special cases to transfer to social services. Monitor all invoices issued and payments received to maintain accurate debtor information. Must haves Experience in the calculations of payroll from start to finish including entering staff data, reporting to HMRC, pensions, SSP/SMP, processing leavers etc. Proficient in IT systems, particularly excel spreadsheets (with ability to understand formulas), databases, writing professional letters Experience of working in SAGE Accounts and SAGE payroll Ability to conduct payroll audits and ensuring accuracy Currently studying or completion of AAT Level 2 Previous experience dealing with the public / customer service Strong administrative and numerical skills GCSE passes or equivalent in Maths and English Able to deal effectively with contracts and administrative staff of local authorities and to understand their needs and constraints Exceptional communication and organisational skills Friendly, positive, and supporting attitude Passion for helping those in need and wanting to make a real difference Ability to work alone and as part of a team Willingness to work flexibly and reliably Willing to go through necessary background checks Nice to haves but not essential Experience of working in the care sector. How to Apply: Ready to embark on a fulfilling journey with ICare Group? Hit apply to be a part of a team that cares deeply about both its clients and its caregivers Check out our careers page careers.icaregroup.co.uk Join ICare Group in making a positive impact on lives – one home at a time. Your dedication can be the light that brightens someone's day Our culture of equal opportunities ICare Group is an Equal Opportunities employer who is dedicated to fostering a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate based upon age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any applicable legally protected characteristic. We’re committed to providing applicants with any reasonable adjustments or accommodations needed. To advise us of any support you require during the recruitment process, please contact us. Please note we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive suitable applications. Due to the number of applications we receive, we may not always be able to respond.