Finance and Payroll Assistant

Description:

Senior Finance Assistant & Payroll Administrator

Hours: 25 hours per week

Contract: 12-month fixed term contract

Salary: £29,000 full-time equivalent (£19,472 pro rata)

Department: Finance

Location: Middlesbrough area

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Finance Assistant and Payroll Administrator to join a busy finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This part-time role will provide key support across finance administration, purchase ledger, reconciliations and payroll processing.The successful candidate will work closely with senior finance colleagues to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of financial processes, supporting timely, complete and accurate reporting.This is a varied role that would suit someone who enjoys working with detail, managing deadlines and contributing to a supportive team environment.

Key responsibilities will include:

Supporting the day-to-day finance function, including financial administration and processing
Taking responsibility for purchase ledger processes and ensuring supplier invoices are processed accurately
Carrying out bank reconciliations and supporting month-end routines
Preparing, processing and finalising payroll activity in line with deadlines
Ensuring payroll is accurate and compliant with relevant requirements, including statutory payments, auto enrolment and related deductions
Maintaining accurate records and liaising with internal teams to resolve queries
Supporting additional finance tasks and reporting requirements as neededThe ideal candidate will have:

Previous experience within a finance, accounts or payroll role
Strong purchase ledger and reconciliation experience
Payroll processing experience, with a good understanding of payroll deadlines and accuracy requirements
Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work to deadlines
Strong organisational skills and a proactive approach
The ability to work independently while also contributing positively to a teamWhat you need to do now
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