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Senior Payroll & Finance Assistant

Reed
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 2 days
Location

Bishop's Stortford, Essex CM22 7DG, England

Salary

£30,000 - £36,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

Sonic Summary

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  • An exciting opportunity exists for a Payroll & Finance Assistant, ideal for an enthusiastic and proactive individual eager to learn.
  • The role involves overseeing payroll functions, preparing financial reports, managing cash positions, and improving finance processes.
  • Candidates should have experience in a payroll function and possess a proactive approach to tasks, with a payroll/accounting qualification being desirable.
  • The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, along with a supportive environment for professional development.
  • The ideal candidate should have a strong work ethic, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous learning, embodying the company's values.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Payroll & Finance Assistant to join our team. This role is ideal for an individual who is enthusiastic, proactive, and eager to learn. You will be working in a supportive environment that encourages growth and development.

Day to Day of the role:

  • Oversee all aspects of payroll functions, including year-end reporting.
  • Assist with the preparation of Group Financial reports and ensure compliance with regulations.
  • Manage daily cash positions, key payments, and maintain banking facilities.
  • Continuously improve finance processes and produce accurate financial information.
  • Handle weekly and monthly payroll, including statutory requirements and supervision.
  • Manage pension schemes and employee benefit schemes.
  • Assist with monthly Management Accounts, IFRS reports, and Group inter-company account reconciliation.
  • Maintain the Fixed Asset Register and assist with inventory management.
  • Prepare year-end statutory accounts and support the audit process.
  • Oversee the Subcontractor function and produce monthly CIS returns.
  • Prepare Quarterly VAT Returns and manage cash book, bank balances, and credit cards.
  • Complete government statistical returns and assist with policy reviews.
  • Process sales invoices and support the Financial Controller with new software implementations.
  • Coordinate import and export documentation and handle foreign currency transactions.
  • Provide cover for the Financial Controller as needed and report on associated companies.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Experience within a payroll function carrying out similar tasks.
  • Proactive approach to tasks and processes with the ability to adapt to change.
  • Ability to work to deadlines and suggest improvements for efficiency.
  • Payroll/accounting qualification is desirable.

Personal Qualities:

  • Strong work ethic, responsible, meets deadlines, and displays honesty and integrity.
  • Positive attitude, adaptable, and committed to continuous learning.
  • Trustworthy, maintains confidentiality, and embodies the company’s values.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Supportive environment for learning and professional development.
  • Opportunity to work with a dynamic and inclusive team.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.