Payroll and Finance Assistant

Your new company
Hays are working with a lively local organisation to recruit an experienced and enthusiastic Finance Assistant. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining an accurate Payroll and Accounting function, with a particular focus on managing the Accounts Payable Function.
Your new role

• Process the monthly payroll for 200+ staff members, ensuring all related activities are completed accurately and on time.
• Own the Accounts Payable function, including managing the payment of outstanding debts, contacting suppliers for information, and maintaining records of all communications.
• Resolve supplier queries efficiently to minimise short or late payments
• Proactively reduce aged balances and find solutions to resolve non-payment issues
• Liaise with staff and partners around the practice to resolve client queries
• Provide support for other areas within the finance team, including
• Analysing and processing credit card payments for all offices
• Setting up new staff members
• Provide cover for posting receipts and bank reconciliations during holiday periods
• Any additional ad hoc duties or support in the finance department

• The ability to handle a demanding workload and work on your own initiative.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.