Payroll and Accounts Assistant

Portfolio Payroll Limited; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization in London seeks a Payroll & Accounts Assistant to join their supportive team. The position involves payroll processing, finance functions, and excellent internal customer service. Ideal candidates have experience in payroll or finance and strong attention to detail. Professional development opportunities and a competitive salary are offered.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Opportunities for professional development

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Previous experience in payroll and/or finance roles, public sector experience is desirable.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach.
• Good IT skills, including MS Excel and finance or payroll systems.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Proactive attitude and ability to work to deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with payroll preparation and processing, ensuring accuracy.
• Supporting month-end payroll reconciliations and reporting.
• Assisting with pension administration.
• Processing invoices, purchase orders, and supplier payments.
• Assisting with reconciliations, journals, and general ledger postings.
• Providing excellent customer service to stakeholders.

Job description

Overview

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to develop your career in payroll and finance within the public sector? This client is seeking a Payroll & Accounts Assistant to join their collaborative and supportive team. This is a varied role offering exposure across both payroll and general finance functions, making it an ideal position for someone who enjoys working in a team environment and values accuracy and attention to detail.

As part of our finance team, you will play a vital role in ensuring smooth and efficient operations.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the preparation and processing of payroll for employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with statutory requirements.
• Supporting month-end payroll reconciliations and related reporting.
• Assisting with pension administration, including contributions and queries.
• Processing invoices, purchase orders, and supplier payments.
• Assisting with reconciliations, journals, and general ledger postings.
• Providing excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders, resolving queries in a timely and professional manner.

About You

• Previous experience in payroll and/or finance roles (public sector experience is desirable but not essential).
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
• Good IT skills, including MS Excel and finance or payroll systems.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A proactive attitude and the ability to work to deadlines.

What is on Offer

• A supportive and friendly team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• The chance to make a real difference in a public sector organisation.

If you are enthusiastic about payroll and finance and want to develop your skills in a team environment within the public housing sector, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help us make a difference.

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