ADECCO • Ashford, Kent
About this role
Are you a detail-oriented Payroll Assistant with a passion for numbers and finance? Have you gained experience using Sage Line 50? If so, we’re recruiting for the perfect Permanent opportunity for you.
Our client is looking to recruit an experienced Payroll/Finance Assistant to join their dynamic Finance team of 4 on a part-time basis. This is an exciting opportunity to assist the Finance Director with essential payroll and financial operations in a supportive and vibrant environment.
Please find all the details below for you
Job title
Payroll/Finance Assistant
Location
Ashford, Kent
Hours
2 days a week, 6 hours a day.
For example
Monday 9am - 2pm and 6 hours Wednesday 9am - 2pm. These days and times are flexible.
The Finance Director would also like you to work an extra day: 1 at the beginning of the month and 1 in the middle of the month.
Therefore, you’d work 12 hours one week, 18 hours the next, equating to 15 hours a week on average.
Salary
£16.12 an hour = £12,573. FTE = £32,691
Benefits
25 days annual leave (FTE), Company Pension Scheme Employee contribution 5% Employer 7% increase with length of service at 5/10 years to 10%/12%. Free Parking, Employee Assistant Program, Health Cash Plan, Cycle to work scheme.
Your main responsibilities within the role would be to
Execute payroll and financial procedures, ensuring accuracy in processing weekly and monthly payroll, including tracking Days/Hours worked by employees.
Manage HMRC compliance, including PAYE and timely submissions.
Facilitate payments to sub-contractors and ensure all documentation is accurately handled.
Conduct month-end reconciliation of balance sheet accounts, such as Customer prepayments and Work in Progress accounts.
Assist the Credit Controller with sales invoicing and credit management and step in during holiday periods.
Stay vigilant against potential threats like monetary fraud and cyber-attacks, promptly reporting any concerns to the Finance Director.
You’ll be the ideal candidate for this role if you have the following
Proven experience in payroll and finance operations.
Strong attention to detail and a knack for accuracy.
Proficiency in relevant software and tools, especially Sage Line 50.
Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with HR and other departments.
A proactive mindset and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
Next steps
If you’re ready to take on this exciting role, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now, our client can interview immediately.