The Role:
We are currently supporting a well-established organisation in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, who are seeking an experienced Payroll & Accounts Assistant to join their finance team on a maternity-cover contract. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong payroll and management accounts experience who thrives in a busy, deadline-driven environment.
As the Payroll & Accounts Assistant, you will play a key role in delivering accurate payroll, VAT reporting, month-end duties and banking tasks. Working closely with internal teams, you will be joining a supportive, professional finance function where your contribution will be genuinely valued. This Payroll & Accounts Assistant role is offered on a hybrid basis—3 days in the office and 2 from home, working 08:30–17:00, Monday to Friday.
Main Responsibilities:
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End-to-end preparation of payroll for 250+ employees
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Processing monthly overtime and holiday pay calculations
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Working closely with HR and an external payroll provider to ensure payroll accuracy
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Preparing and posting month-end journals and accruals
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Completing balance sheet reconciliations and resolving discrepancies
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Posting intercompany recharges
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Supporting payment runs, bank posting and bank reconciliations
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Managing expense system users, training and payment runs
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Preparing VAT reports and contributing to annual PSA & P11D work
Skills / Experience:
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AAT qualified or equivalent
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Proven experience in payroll processing
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Strong understanding of management accounts
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Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, data analysis)
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Ability to work under pressure and manage tight month-end deadlines
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High level of accuracy and attention to detail
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