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  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Stockton-on-Tees
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Support
  • Industry

    Charities & Not For Profit
  • Pay

    £29,000

Payroll & Finance Officer, Stockton, not for profit sector

Your new company

We are seeking a proactive and detail‑focussed Payroll & Finance Officer to join a well loved local not‑for‑profit organisation in Stockton-on-Tees. This is a key role within the finance team, supporting the smooth running of day‑to‑day financial operations and ensuring accurate, timely financial processing.

Your new role

The ideal candidate will bring strong payroll and purchase ledger experience, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to work confidently with financial systems and Excel.
Key Responsibilities
Payroll (End-to-End)
  • Manage the full payroll cycle, ensuring accurate and timely processing of monthly payroll.
  • Maintain employee payroll records and ensure compliance with statutory requirements (PAYE, NI, pension contributions, etc.).
  • Handle payroll queries and liaise with internal stakeholders as needed.
Purchase Ledger
  • Process purchase invoices, ensuring correct coding, approvals, and timely payment.
  • Reconcile supplier statements and resolve any discrepancies.
  • Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date supplier records.
Posting Journals & Financial Processing
  • Prepare and post journals, including accruals and prepayments.
  • Assist with month‑end and year‑end processes.
  • Support reconciliations across key balance sheet accounts.
Finance Support
  • Provide general finance administration and support across the team.
  • Assist with budgeting, reporting, and financial data analysis where required.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of financial processes and systems.

What you'll need to succeed

Essential
  • Proven experience in end‑to‑end payroll.
  • Strong purchase ledger experience.
  • Good Excel skills (e.g., lookups, formulas, pivots desirable).
  • High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Desirable
  • A relevant finance qualification (e.g., AAT or similar).
  • Experience using Sage (Sage 50, Sage Payroll, or Sage Intacct).

What you'll get in return

An attractive salary and benefits package are offered.

What you need to do now


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