Accounts & Payroll Administrator

Accounts & Payroll Administrator
Part-Time 3 Days per Week
Your New CompanyHays Accountancy & Finance is recruiting on behalf of an established organisation for an experienced Accounts & Payroll Administrator to join their finance function on a part-time basis. This is a varied position offering exposure across transactional finance, payroll, reconciliations and month-end support.The role would suit someone looking for a three-day working week who enjoys taking ownership of day-to-day finance processes within a busy working environment.
Your New RoleAs Accounts & Payroll Administrator, you will play an important role in supporting the smooth running of the organisation's finance and payroll activities.Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable processes
• Handling supplier and customer account queries
• Supporting credit control and following up outstanding balances
• Preparing payment runs and maintaining accurate transaction records
• Posting banking activity and completing bank reconciliations
• Reconciling cash, balance sheet and other control accounts
• Maintaining accurate accounting records and ensuring appropriate VAT treatment
• Assisting with month-end management accounts, including accruals and prepayments
• Investigating financial discrepancies and escalating issues where appropriate
• Processing employee payroll accurately and within required deadlines
• Maintaining payroll records for new starters, leavers and employee changes
• Reviewing payroll information and resolving discrepancies
• Producing payroll reports to support management and audit requirements
• Maintaining accurate records and supporting compliance with relevant payroll requirements

What You'll Need to SucceedYou will ideally have previous experience in an Accounts Administrator, Finance Assistant, Payroll Administrator or similar finance role, with practical knowledge of both bookkeeping and payroll processes.You should have:

• Previous experience within accounts and/or payroll
• Good understanding of bookkeeping and transactional finance processes
• Experience using accounting and payroll software
• Experience with Xero would be highly advantageous
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Strong reconciliation and numerical skills
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
• Good organisational and record-keeping skills
• Confident written and verbal communication skills

An AAT/Accounting Technician qualification or similar would be desirable but is not essential where you can demonstrate relevant practical experience.
What You'll Get in ReturnYou will have the opportunity to join an established organisation in a varied position offering exposure across both accounts and payroll. The role is offered on a part-time, three-day-per-week basis, making it particularly attractive to candidates seeking greater flexibility while continuing to develop broad finance experience.You'll work across several areas of the finance function rather than being restricted to one transactional discipline, giving you the opportunity to utilise and develop your experience across accounts, payroll, reconciliations and month-end processes.

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