Finance Assistant / Payroll Officer

Orano Limited; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the UK nuclear sector is seeking a Finance Assistant / Payroll Officer to support their financial operations. This role involves processing supplier invoices, managing payroll, and ensuring compliance with legal standards. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Join a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in financial management and contribute to the company's mission in decommissioning and waste management. This position offers an exciting opportunity to grow in a supportive environment while making a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• Experience managing UK payroll via a bureau, including administration and reporting.
• Experience working within an SME environment and a small team.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and payments in accordance with company policies.
• Timely end-to-end processing of payroll, including overtime and holiday calculations.
• Produce regular reports primarily using Excel.

Skills

Attention to detail and accuracy

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving willingness

Supportive team player

Education

Recently qualified / finalist AAT

Specific Payroll qualification

Tools

ADP payroll system

Microsoft Teams

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Job description

To support the Financial Controller and work alongside the existing Finance Assistant to:

1. Process supplier invoices and payments in a timely manner and in accordance with company policies
2. Allocate customer receipts to sales ledger accounts
3. Carry out bank reconciliation
4. Process accruals and prepayments
5. Record Fixed Asset additions and disposals
6. Process staff expense claims in accordance with company policies
7. Produce regular and ad-hoc reports primarily using Excel

Payroll Responsibilities

To be responsible for the UK Payroll, including:

1. Timely and accurate end-to-end processing of payroll, including overtime, starters/leavers, journals, month-end, year-end (P11d), holiday calculations, pension payments, resolving pay queries, and dealing with external agencies including HMRC
2. Ensure legal compliance across internal and outsourced payroll functions, implementing effective controls and procedures
3. Continuously improve payroll processes and collaborate with HR to identify a suitable replacement system
4. Maintain robust procedures, ensuring regular monitoring and adherence, including proper authorization
5. Review payroll system reports and timesheet data for accuracy and consistency

Other Responsibilities

• Maintain confidentiality and data security standards
• Support internal and external audits
• Perform other ad hoc tasks as required

Required Profile

Qualifications and Experience

• Recently qualified / finalist AAT
• Specific Payroll qualification
• Experience working within an SME environment and a small team
• Experience managing UK payroll via a bureau, including administration, coordination, and reporting
• Experience with payroll systems such as ADP and system change management is advantageous but not required

Skills and Abilities

• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Supportive team player
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Teams
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Problem-solving willingness
• Willingness to travel within the UK if needed

This position is based in the Abingdon office only. All candidates must have the right to work in the UK at the start of employment.

About Orano Limited

Orano Limited operates within the UK nuclear sector, specializing in decommissioning, waste, and nuclear material management. The company employs around 85 staff across Abingdon, Warrington, and Whitehaven, serving as the UK gateway to Orano's global capabilities with a 40-year UK presence.