Accounts Assistant (Payroll)

Impact Recruitment Services; Northampton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Flexible working

Excellent pension

Company bonus

Job summary

Impact Recruitment Services in Northampton is seeking an Accounts Assistant (Payroll) to support a growing finance team. The role covers payroll processing, reconciliations and month‑end tasks, with flexible hours in a permanent position.

You should have at least 3 years in accounts, payroll experience, AAT Level 3 (or equivalent), and strong Excel. Xero and Sage Payroll experience is ideal. Benefits include 25 days holiday, flexible working, a good pension and a company bonus.

Qualifications

• AAT Level 3 qualification (or equivalent experience).
• Payroll experience is essential.
• At least 3 years’ experience within an accounts position.
• Experience using Xero accounting software & Sage Payroll is ideal.
• Strong Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Processing payroll, including deductions, payments and HMRC submissions
• Reconciling bank statements and company accounts
• Processing receipts and payments accurately
• Preparing and issuing invoices
• Maintaining financial records and databases
• Supporting month-end and year-end processes
• Assisting with financial reporting and administrative tasks
• Liaising with internal teams and external contacts as required

Skills

Payroll experience

Attention to detail

Organization

Liaison skills

Education

AAT Level 3

Tools

Xero

Sage Payroll

Excel

Job description

Accounts Assistant (Payroll)

Northampton (NN4)

Flexible Hours | Permanent

37.5 hours (consider school hours)

£28-33,000

We're working with a well-established and growing business looking to add an experienced Accounts Assistant to their finance team.

This is a varied role that would suit someone who enjoys getting involved in all aspects of finance, from payroll and reconciliations through to supporting month-end processes and maintaining accurate financial records. You'll be joining a friendly, supportive environment where your contribution will be valued and where there is opportunity to develop your skills further.

The Role

As Accounts Assistant, you'll play a key part in ensuring the smooth running of the finance function. Responsibilities will include:

• Processing payroll, including deductions, payments and HMRC submissions
• Reconciling bank statements and company accounts
• Processing receipts and payments accurately
• Preparing and issuing invoices
• Maintaining financial records and databases
• Supporting month-end and year-end processes
• Assisting with financial reporting and administrative tasks
• Liaising with internal teams and external contacts as required

What We’re Looking For

• A minimum AAT Level 3 qualification (or equivalent experience)
• Payroll experience is essential
• At least 3 years’ experience within an accounts position
• Experience using Xero accounting software & Sage Payroll is ideal
• Strong Excel skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills

What’s In It For You?

• 25 days holiday
• Flexible working
• Excellent pension
• Company bonus

If you're an experienced Accounts Assistant looking for your next challenge and would like to find out more, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note, due to the high volumes of applications we receive daily, should you not be contacted within 72 hours, your application is unsuccessful. Thank you.

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