Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 (FTE) pa depending on experience
Role type: Permanent, full time
Location: Remote
Reporting to: Head of Finance

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About Hometree

Join Hometree Group and be at the forefront of transforming the residential energy landscape. Founded in 2015, Hometree began its journey in the home cover market. Today, We are spearheading the shift towards a future where home energy systems are decentralised, digitised, and reliant on renewable sources such as heat pumps, solar panels, batteries, EV chargers, and smart controls. This innovative approach is not just about sustainability; it's about empowering homeowners to manage their energy more efficiently and cost-effectively, thereby setting new standards in energy consumption.

We operate across three dynamic divisions:

Financial Services: Here, you'll contribute to offering flexible financing options, that make it feasible for homeowners to embrace renewable energy technologies and make essential upgrades.

Energy Services: Be part of our extensive network of local installation businesses that equip homeowners with the cutting-edge, sustainable energy solutions necessary for reaching net-zero emissions.

Home Services: Help maintain the comfort and functionality of homes with comprehensive coverage plans that protect the essential hardware in the home.

At Hometree Group, we are committed to guiding UK homeowners on their journey towards more sustainable energy solutions, and we need passionate individuals to support them at every step. Join us during this exciting time, and play a pivotal role in a business that supports sustainable homeownership in alignment with their readiness and needs.

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Key Achievements

🏆 £85m+ Capital Raised - We’ve raised over £85m to-date from leading global investors including Legal & General Capital and specialist energy VCs

🏆 5 Acquisitions - We've expanded our operations by acquiring four key companies across financing (Hometree Finance - formerly Bewarm), home services (Your Repair) and installations energy services (Geowarmth, The Little Green Energy Company and IMS).

🏆 100k Homes Covered - We cover over one hundred thousand homes across the UK

🏆 250+ Employees - We have over 250 passionate employees transforming the industry across the Group, one home at a time.

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The Role

As the Payroll and Accounts Payable Coordinator, you will be crucial to the companies financial operations, ensuring the seamless execution of payroll for all group companies. Your expertise will keep us ahead of the curve on legislative developments, advising management and ensuring compliance across the board. You'll also be the key player in providing accurate data for monthly payroll journals and leading the in-sourcing of payroll functions to boost efficiency. In Accounts Payable, you'll promptly process and post supplier invoices, manage inboxes, and keep our financial operations running smoothly.

Responsibilities:

Comprehensive Payroll Management:

• Complete payroll process for all group companies, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in payroll execution.
• Act as the primary point of contact for payroll-related queries from employees across the group.

Pension Scheme Administration:

• Manage and administer company pension schemes.
• Oversee and ensure the accuracy of pension payment transactions.

Legislative Compliance and Advisory:

• Stay updated on relevant legislative developments such as Working Time Regulations, Agency Workers Regulations, Real Time Information, etc.
• Advise management on these developments and assist in ensuring company-wide compliance.

Financial Support and Reporting:

• Collaborate with the finance team to provide accurate data for posting monthly payroll journals.
• Support the in-sourcing of payroll functions for group companies to optimize efficiency.

Accounts Payable Management:

• Process supplier invoices promptly and ensure accurate posting.
• Maintain and manage Accounts Payable inboxes, ensuring timely responses and resolution of queries.

Ad-hoc Duties:

• Perform various ad-hoc duties as required.

What we’re looking for:

• Experience: Minimum of 5+ years of hands-on experience in payroll management.
• Expertise: Demonstrated ability to own and manage the payroll function independently.
• Knowledge: Proficiency in handling complex payroll topics and challenges effectively.
• Accuracy: Strong attention to detail with a track record of ensuring accurate payroll processing.
• Compliance: Thorough understanding of payroll legislation and regulations.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively address queries and interact with stakeholders.
• Team Player: Ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment and across departments.
• Problem-Solving: Proactive approach to identifying issues and implementing solutions in payroll operations.
• Adaptability: Flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Extra Credit:

• Payroll Qualifications: Preferably certified with CIPP (Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals) or equivalent.
• Previous experience with invoice OCR software such as Dext, Datamolino, ApprovalMax or equivalent is a plus

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Our Recruitment Process:

• Initial Call: Start with an introductory call with our Junior Talent Acquisition Specialist to discuss the role and your potential fit. (30 mins)
• Stakeholder Interview: Engage in a detailed discussion about your past experiences with our Head of Finance.
• Task Stage: You will given 24 hours to complete a task that you will present during your final stage interview.
• Final Stage: Present a task to our Senior Management Accountant and Head of Finance.

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Perks of the job

We have an ever expanding list of benefits that currently includes:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and your birthday
• Free boiler & home emergency cover with Hometree plus 40% discount for friends & family
• Discounted gym membership across over 100 UK gyms (independent and chains) and free fitness, wellness and nutrition apps.
• £300 Home office allowance
• Support for your mental health and wellbeing via Oliva
• Menopause support from Stella, including friends & family access
• Cycle to work scheme
• Regular team socials including Summer and Winter parties.

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FCA Code of Conduct

At Hometree, we prioritise ethical conduct and regulatory compliance. As a regulated financial services organisation, we operate under the strict guidelines and regulations set forth by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and professionalism in all aspects of our business.

As a prospective member of our team, you will be expected to fully embrace and adhere to the FCA Code of Conduct obligations. These obligations are designed to ensure the fair treatment of customers, the preservation of market integrity, and the promotion of healthy competition within the financial services industry.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Hometree, we are committed to creating an inclusive and representative environment. We know that different experiences, perspectives and backgrounds make for a better workplace and a better planet. Together, we celebrate differences and promote a culture where you can bring your full self to work.

We promise to give you the same opportunities as everyone else and we won't discriminate against you at any point in the hiring process or the working day. This includes how we source talent, our interview process, our conditions of employment, feedback and everything in between.

Department

Internal Operations

Locations

Manchester

Remote status

Fully Remote

Yearly salary

30,000

Employment type

Full-time

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