Job Title:
Assistant Finance Manager (Care Sector)



Location:
Chelmsford Area



Salary:
£28,000 - £34,000 [salary based on experience, negotiable]

Transport: Must drive and have access to own vehicle

Contract: Full-Time

About the Role

Quality Care Recruit is pleased to post an exciting opportunity on behalf of a highly respected home care provider known for their outstanding service quality. We are seeking an experienced finance professional to join this reputable organisation, providing home care, live-in care, and complex care services across Essex. This new role has been created to support the finance team, enabling the Finance Manager to focus on high-level management accounts by overseeing essential finance functions. The role is full-time in-office (HQ in Chelmsford), however, there is an expectation for the post holder to travel between the four sites in Essex to execute duties, such as; meeting with care staff on-site, taking part in managers meetings on-site, and carrying stock such as PPE. There is a 6-month probation that leads into more responsibilities in taking workload from the Finance Manager which includes a salary increase and post-probation flexible working (e.g. hybrid/WFH).

Key Responsibilities

• Invoicing: Oversee and process customer invoices for approximately 225 clients on a fortnightly basis.
• Payroll Management: Oversee payroll for around 100 employees, including month-end payroll close and pension submissions.
• Direct Debit Collections: Coordinate direct debit payments from customers.
• Customer Support: Resolve customer queries via telephone and collaborate with colleagues to ensure client satisfaction.
• Credit Control: Manage outstanding balances and ensure timely collections.
• Local Authority Billing: Submit and oversee invoices for customers under local authority care.
• Finance Function Support: Assist in the general running and administration of the finance department.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: A well-rounded background in accounting and payroll, ideally with experience in the care sector.
• Qualifications: While an AAT qualification is desirable, candidates qualified by experience are also encouraged to apply.
• Skills: Proficiency in Sage Accounts & Payroll, invoicing processes, excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Attributes: A collaborative team player with strong communication skills and the ability to handle customer interactions professionally.

What’s on Offer

• A supportive, collaborative work environment within an organisation known for high-quality care services.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A competitive salary and benefits package.

Apply Today

If you're a finance professional with a passion for accuracy and a background in the care sector, we’d love to hear from you! Apply through Quality Care Recruit, the trusted recruitment partner for leading care providers in the UK.