Payroll Officer and Accountant
Salary: £39,000 per annum (pro-rata: £27,300 for 28 hours/week)

Permanent Part-time or full-time
Handcross

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a skilled finance professional to join a prestigious organisation known for its excellence and innovation. This is a chance to manage payroll and oversee key commercial operations within a dynamic and supportive environment.

Reporting to the Bursar, your responsibilities will include:

• The full payroll process, including reconciliation, payslip distribution, and year-end reporting
• Prepare PAYE returns, ensuring payments are accurate and timely
• Oversee pension administration, including auto-enrolment compliance and employee communications
• Provide payroll data to support internal reporting and decision-making
• Maintain up-to-date payroll procedures, ensuring compliance with employment and data protection regulations
• Sales and purchase ledgers, issuing invoices for services such as facility rentals and events
• Payment postings, supplier payments, and credit control
• Prepare VAT returns and monthly management accounts
• Support year-end audits, providing necessary financial documentation

What We're Looking For

• Experience in payroll and bookkeeping.
• Strong IT proficiency, with familiarity in financial systems and software.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organisation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• A proactive and adaptable approach to work.

Why Join them?

• Competitive salary and contributory pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution).
• Flexible working hours and the option for part-time arrangements.
• Free parking on-site.
• Opportunities for professional growth in a forward-thinking organisation.

This position is open to candidates with the right to work in the UK. If you are an experienced finance professional looking for your next challenge, apply now to join their team! We have started shortlisting!

Huntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles.

We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.

PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.