Applications close 6 October 2025

This role manages the HR function and assists the Finance Team with their day-to-day activities, including payroll management and some financial data entry. To support managers through the recruitment, onboarding, and leaver process, and to take a lead in organising training.

Main Responsibilities

Payroll & Finance Responsibilities

• Management and administration of the monthly payroll, ensuring accurate and timely processing of staff payroll, including new starters, leavers, pension enrolments, DBS checks and other monthly changes.
• Manage the organisation pension scheme, including assessment, payment calculations and sending data to pension providers.
• Process purchase invoices, sales invoices, and credit card reconciliations in line with our internal approval processes using Netsuite.
• Liaise with suppliers and customers, managing payment queries and follow-ups.
• Maintain accurate financial records in line with internal policies and to compliance standards.
• Assist with audit queries where applicable.

Person Specification

Experience

• Previous experience in a finance, HR, or office management role.
• Experience using Sage payroll or similar payroll software
• Experience using Netsuite or similar software for managing an accounting function
• Proven experience managing payroll processes.
• Experience in recruitment, HR administration, and staff record management.
• Experience of working as part of a small teams

Skills

• High attention to detail with strong numerical accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of payroll-related tax regulations and compliance standards.

Personal Attributes

• Calm, tactful, and self-motivated.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities independently and under pressure.
• Discreet with high levels of confidentiality.
• Interest in higher education and/or the performing arts.

To apply for the position please fill out the Equal Opportunities Monitoring form and download the application form below.

Send completed forms to recruitment@nationalcircus.org.uk or post to Recruitment, National Centre for Circus Arts, Coronet St, London, N1 6HD.