Payroll Accounts Assistant

Marc Daniels Professional; Watford; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the sport and leisure industry is seeking a Payroll Accounts Assistant to join their Finance team. This hybrid role involves end-to-end payroll processing, accounts payable, and receivable tasks. The ideal candidate will have strong numerical skills and experience in payroll legislation, contributing to a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Generous Holiday Allowance

Hybrid Working Model

Pension Scheme

Birthday Leave

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in processing end-to-end payroll.
• Solid understanding of payroll legislation and best practices.
• Experience in Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions.

Responsibilities

• Processing monthly and weekly payroll for all employees.
• Managing invoices and ensuring accurate coding in Accounts Payable.
• Raising sales invoices and processing receipts in Accounts Receivable.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Base pay range

Location: Hybrid (office location in Watford area)

About the Company:

We are recruiting for a dynamic and well-established organisation within the sport and leisure industry. They offer a supportive and engaging work environment where every employee plays a vital role.

The Role:

We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Payroll Accounts Assistant to join their busy Finance team on a hybrid basis. This is a varied and crucial role encompassing end-to-end payroll processing alongside responsibilities in both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable. The ideal candidate will be proactive, possess strong numerical and communication skills, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. End-to-End Payroll:
   • Processing monthly and weekly payroll for all employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
   • Managing starters and leavers, including processing relevant documentation and final payments.
   • Preparing and submitting payroll reports to relevant authorities (e.g., HMRC).
   • Dealing with payroll queries from employees in a professional and efficient manner.
   • Maintaining accurate payroll records and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.
2. Accounts Payable:
   • Processing invoices and ensuring accurate coding and authorisation.
   • Preparing payment runs and reconciling supplier statements.
   • Dealing with supplier queries and maintaining strong relationships.
   • Maintaining accurate AP records.
3. Accounts Receivable:
   • Raising sales invoices and credit notes.
   • Processing receipts and allocating payments accurately.
   • Chasing outstanding debts and maintaining accurate AR records.
   • Reconciling customer accounts.
4. General:
   • Assisting with month-end and year-end accounting procedures.
   • Providing support to the wider Finance team as required.

The Ideal Candidate Will Possess:

• Proven experience in processing end-to-end payroll.
• Solid understanding of payroll legislation and best practices.
• Experience in Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Proficiency in using accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel).

Benefits:

This includes:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and skills.
• Generous Holiday Allowance: Twenty-five days annual leave, plus Bank Holiday entitlement.
• Hybrid Working Model: Benefit from the flexibility of working both from home.
• Pension Scheme: A contributory pension scheme to help you plan for your future.
• Birthday Leave: Enjoy your birthday off to celebrate!
• Life Assurance: Providing peace of mind for you and your family.

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