Accounts and Payroll Assistant | Stanford-le-Hope | Mon-Thurs 8am – 4pm | £15 p/h | Immediate start
The Role
We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Accounts and Payroll Assistant to oversee all aspects of financial and administrative management. This role requires strong proficiency in accounting systems and office software, as well as the ability to ensure smooth day-to-day operations across finance and front-office functions.
Key Responsibilities
- Account Management
- Manage all aspects of account administration efficiently and effectively.
- Ensure accurate and timely bank reconciliations, including movement of funds between accounts.
- Oversee creditors and debtors, ensuring payments and reconciliations are completed within credit control systems.
- Financial Operations
- Raise and process invoices in line with agreed terms and conditions.
- Reconcile order sheets, delivery notes, and invoices, addressing discrepancies promptly.
- Manage weekly and monthly payroll, updating accountants on personnel changes.
- Monitor credit card expenditure and petty cash, ensuring receipts are collected and finances balanced.
- Keep relevant staff informed of financial matters as necessary.
- Administrative Support
- Contribute to front office operations, including answering calls, directing inquiries, welcoming guests, and general office duties.
- Ensure all paperwork is completed, filed, and returned confidentially.
- Maintain compliance with ISO quality system frameworks.
What you’ll need
- Proficiency in Sage, Excel, Word, and other relevant office/accounting software.
- Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
- Excellent communication skills for liaising with staff and external stakeholders.
- Experience in payroll, reconciliations, and credit control processes.
- Commitment to confidentiality and quality standards.
Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will be proactive, reliable, and capable of balancing financial responsibilities with general office administration. They will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of both financial systems and front-office operations.
The Package
- Immediate Start
- up to £16 per hour DOE
- Monday to Thursday 8am - 4pm or 9am – 5pm
- Onsite parking
- Ongoing temporary role
- Holiday accrual
- Weekley pay
