Accounts / Payroll Assistant
Wolverhampton
Permanent
£28k - £30k Per Annum DOE
Dual-role designed to coordinate our clients payroll processes, and assist accounts payable and accounts receivable functions. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing while also handling various AP and AR tasks to maintain financial accuracy and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
Payroll (20%)
- Accountable for the weekly/monthly payroll for all employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. (Processing being carried out by a third party)
- Maintain payroll records by entering and updating personal and financial information.
- Prepare and distribute payroll reports and summaries for management review.
- Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues and resolve discrepancies.
- Collaborate with HR and external payroll provider for processing of new hires, leavers, and changes in employee status.
- Process weekly/monthly CIS submissions and distribute CIS certificates.
Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable (80%)
Accounts Payable:
- Review, verify, and process supplier invoices for payment.
- Maintain and update supplier files, ensuring all relevant information is current and accurate.
- Reconcile supplier statements and handle discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Prepare and process electronic transfers and payments.
- Assist in month-end closing by providing supporting documentation and reconciliations.
- Prepare AP aging reports and compilation of supplier payment runs.
Accounts Receivable:
- Generate and send out invoices to customers in a timely manner.
- Monitor customer accounts for non-payments, delayed payments, and other irregularities.
- Reconcile accounts receivable ledger to ensure all payments are accounted for and properly posted.
- Follow up with customers on outstanding invoices and manage collection activities.
- Prepare regular AR aging reports.
Key Behaviours and Attributes:
- Be a positive role Model and Ambassador for the Company and what it stands for.
- Have excellent organizational and multitasking abilities to handle multiple responsibilities and prioritize tasks.
- Have effective communication skills
- Be completely discrete in all matters
- Be Pro Active
If you feel you have the necessary skills / experience for this role please do apply.