Temp - Perm Payroll, Accounts & Credit Control Executive

Office Angels; England; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking a Payroll, Accounts & Credit Control Executive for a temp to perm role in Guildford. The position requires someone with 3-5 years of experience in payroll and finance, strong credit control skills, and proficiency in Sage 50. Responsibilities include processing payroll, managing credit control activities, and ensuring compliance with PAYE. This opportunity offers a full-time schedule in a supportive team environment where employees can thrive.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Opportunity for skill development

Friendly work environment

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in a payroll, finance, or accounts-based role.
• Strong credit control experience.
• Proven experience processing timesheets.
• Solid accounting knowledge, including posting invoices and staff expenses.
• Good working knowledge of PAYE.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly and monthly timesheets accurately and on time.
• Manage credit control activities, including invoicing and payment follow-ups.
• Communicate effectively with contractors and clients.
• Post invoices, staff expenses, and related accounting entries.
• Ensure PAYE processes are compliant.
• Identify and resolve issues within payroll or finance processes.

Skills

Payroll processing

Credit control

Accounting knowledge

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Tools

Sage 50

Job description

Temp - Perm Payroll, Accounts & Credit Control Executive

Location: Guildford
Contract Type: Temp to Perm
Working Pattern: Full-time, Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM (Friday 4:00 PM finish)
Hourly Rate: 17.00 per hour
Permanent Salary: 35,000 per annum

Are you a dynamic and proactive finance professional with a knack for payroll, credit control, and accounting? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Join a vibrant and people-focused organisation based in Guildford, where your skills will shine in a fast-paced environment.

About the Role

As a Payroll, Accounts & Credit Control Executive, you will take charge of processing payroll, overseeing credit control functions, and managing accounting data entry using Sage 50. This operational role is perfect for someone who thrives on accuracy, enjoys problem-solving, and excels under pressure.

Key Responsibilities

• Process weekly and monthly timesheets accurately and on time
• Manage credit control activities, including invoicing, payment follow‑ups, and payment allocation
• Communicate effectively with contractors and clients via phone and email
• Post invoices, staff expenses, bank transactions, and related accounting entries
• Ensure PAYE processes are compliant and up to date
• Identify and resolve issues within payroll or finance processes proactively
• Support the continuous improvement of systems and workflows

Person Specification

• Self‑motivated and well organized
• Confident in managing and owning processes
• Hands‑on with a proactive, can‑do attitude
• A strong problem solver
• Positive, professional, and reliable
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team

Experience & Skills Required

• 3-5 years' experience in a payroll, finance, or accounts-based role
• Strong credit control experience
• Proven experience processing timesheets
• Confident in communicating with clients and contractors via phone and email
• Solid accounting knowledge, including posting invoices and staff expenses
• Good working knowledge of PAYE

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a supportive and collaborative team!
• Enjoy a friendly work environment that values your contributions.
• Gain the opportunity to develop your skills in a busy and rewarding role.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and make a significant impact in a thriving organisation, we want to hear from you! Apply today to seize this fantastic Temp to Perm opportunity!

Don't miss out - your next career adventure awaits!

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