Payroll, AR & AP Assistant

Lear; Bradford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A global automotive technology leader is seeking an experienced Payroll, AR & AP Assistant in Bradford. The role involves end-to-end payroll processing, collaboration with HR, and handling financial reporting. Candidates should possess strong Excel skills and previous payroll experience. Lear values inclusivity and offers opportunities for growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Opportunity for growth

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Previous experience in payroll processing essential.
• Strong Excel skills particularly in Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs.
• Basic understanding of financial statements is required.

Responsibilities

• Process two monthly payrolls end-to-end.
• Collaborate with HR for payroll accuracy.
• Handle HMRC and pension reporting tasks.
• Respond to payroll queries from stakeholders.
• Process AP invoices through 3-way matching.
• Reconcile supplier statements and payroll recharge invoices.
• Support internal audits and year-end reporting.

Skills

Payroll processing experience

Strong Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs)

Understanding of financial statements

High level of personal integrity

Ability to prioritise workload

Job description

Payroll, AR & AP Assistant

Alfreton

Company Overview

Driving the future of automotive. We’re Lear For You.

Lear, a global automotive technology leader in Seating and E-Systems, enables superior in-vehicle experiences for consumers around the world. Our diverse team of more than 165,000 talented employees in 37 countries is driven by a commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and sustainability. Lear is Making every drive better™ by providing the technology for safer, smarter, and more comfortable journeys. Lear, headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, serves every major automaker in the world and ranks #186 on the Fortune 500. Further information about Lear is available at lear.com, or follow us on Twitter @LearCorporation

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-end processing of two monthly payrolls.
• Collaborate with HR and other departments for payroll accuracy.
• Handle HMRC and pension reporting as needed.
• Respond to internal and external payroll queries.
• Process AP invoices using 3-way matching and proforma invoices.
• Reduce aged GRNI and process intercompany AP invoices.
• Reconcile supplier statements and monthly payroll recharge invoices.
• Prepare account reconciliations for intercompany and payroll.
• Support internal SOX auditing and external year-end reporting.

Key skills and Qualifications

• Previous experience in payroll processing essential.
• Strong Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs).
• Understanding of basic financial statements.
• High level of personal integrity.
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.

Why Lear

We offer a fantastic place to work, opportunity to grow and being part of a company who places its people first.

At Lear Corporation, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities.