Payroll & Financial Accountant

Kortext; Bournemouth; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company located in Bournemouth is seeking a Payroll & Financial Accountant to manage payroll processes, treasury functions, and ensure compliance with tax regulations. This hybrid role requires collaboration with finance and HR teams and involves maintaining internal controls across payroll activities. The ideal candidate will have experience in processing payroll in multiple currencies and jurisdictions. This position offers a 37.5-hour work week, blending office and remote work.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in payroll processing and financial accounting.
• Strong understanding of payroll taxes and compliance across jurisdictions.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with teams.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll and related payments across multiple currencies.
• Manage treasury functions including cash flow and reconciliations.
• Ensure timely payroll tax filings in multiple jurisdictions.
• Maintain internal controls across payroll and treasury activities.

Job description

Overview

Payroll & Financial Accountant
Location: Hybrid in Bournemouth (3 days per week in office)
Working hours: Monday – Friday, 37.5 hours per week

Key Responsibilities

• Process payroll and related payments across multiple currencies and jurisdictions
• Manage the treasury function, including payment runs, reconciliations, cashflow oversight and banking administration
• Ensure accurate and timely payroll tax filings in multiple jurisdictions
• Manage employee expenses, corporate credit cards and related reporting
• Maintain robust internal controls across payroll and treasury activities
• Work closely with Finance, HR and other teams, displaying strong collaboration and communication to support smooth and accurate processes
• Manage and maintain the fixed asset register
• Prepare monthly prepayments and accruals
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Drive the development, improvement and implementation of new systems, tools and processes across payroll and finance
• Identify opportunities to enhance accuracy, efficiency and automation
• Oversee operating expenses and support supplier management activities
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices and payments
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to resolve queries and maintain strong supplier relationships