Accounts Assistant (Payroll)

Impact Recruitment; 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 is seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant to join the finance team in Northampton. The role covers payroll, reconciliations and month-end support, with a focus on maintaining accurate records in a friendly environment.

The successful candidate will have payroll experience, AAT Level 3, and at least 3 years in an accounts role, with strong Excel skills and knowledge of Xero or Sage Payroll. Flexible hours and progression opportunities are on offer.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Excel skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Education

AAT Level 3

Tools

Xero

Sage Payroll

Job description

Accounts Assistant (Payroll)

Locations: Northampton, Northamptonshire (NN4)

Salary: £28000 - £33000 per annum

Description

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.

Flexible Hours | Permanent

37.5 hours (consider school hours)

£28-33,000

The Role

• 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