ACCOUNTS / PAYROLL ASSISTANT ROLE

An exciting Permanent opportunity has arisen for a motivated and detail-driven individual to join a well-established finance team based in the Tipton area. This Account’s / Payroll Assistant position is ideally suited to someone with experience and a solid background in a similar role. Someone who is looking to further develop their skills within a stable & professional environment within a SME Organisation.

Working as part of a small close-knit finance team, You will oversee the organisation’s payroll function to deliver timely payroll processing and full compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements .You will oversee the account’s payable function and ensure accurate timely processing of supplier invoices and payments. Also supporting the finance operation with month end accounting, reporting and reconciliations. The role offers broad exposure across the finance function with regular interaction with clients and suppliers.

Day to Day Duties :

• Reporting to the Finance Manager on site
• Getting involved with all aspects of the day to day duties
• Manage end to end payroll processing for around 70 employees ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Ensure compliance with payroll legislation (PAYE , NI , Pensions, SSP Etc)
• Oversee any payroll reconciliations and resolve any discrepancies
• Assist in the month end close process including journals , balance sheet reconciliation and reporting
• Bank reconciliation and monitor daily cashflow
• Manage and oversee the purchase ledger / Accounts payable function
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices, credit notes and payments
• Prepare and review payment runs in line with company policies
• Ensure compliance with VAT and tax regulations relating to purchases
• Assist with month end close, including accruals and reconciliation
• Speaking to Clients and suppliers & chasing payments

Experience and Skills required:

• You must have at least 5 years’ experience in an Accounts / Finance role including running a monthly payroll
• AAT qualified Preferred but not essential
• Experience using SAGE / Payroll and SAP Software
• Be an advanced user of Excel , capable of manipulating data.
• Feel confident working in a fast-paced and busy work environment allowing you to do your job effectively.
• Exceptional organisational skills allowing you to track and maintain ledgers and your day-to-day tasks as well as having a strong eye for detail.

This will be a Direct permanent role for the right candidate. Working Monday – Thursday 8.30am – 5.00pm and Fridays 8.30am-3.45 pm – 37.5 hours a week

Please apply online in first instance