Finance Assistant

Role Profile

Seize the chance to elevate your career with this outstanding opening for a Payroll & Finance Assistant at a thriving and energetic firm in Preston. This role is a gateway for an ambitious individual with AAT credentials or nearing completion, boasting a solid foundation of at least two years in a similar position. Step into a place where your expertise will shine and drive the financial success of a business that’s as lively as it is professional.

• Hours
  : 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday.
• Perks
  : 33 days annual leave, early finishes on a Friday, private healthcare after probation, pension scheme (4% employer contribution) & life insurance after probation.

• Preparing and processing the weekly payroll for employees
• Holiday pay & pension calculation and payment
• Producing reports and managing pension uploads on a monthly basis
• Inputting payroll data into the general ledger
• Cashbook processing & reconciliation
• Producing and inputting month end journals
• Liaising with the outsourced payroll provider
• Supporting the team with month end duties

To succeed in this role, you should have:

• Prior Experience
  : A minimum of 2 year's experience working within payroll & prior experience in an accounting/finance based role is essential.
• Qualifications
  :
  Qualified to a minimum of AAT Level 2.
• Tech Savviness
  :
  Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word) and accounting software.
• Communication Skills
  :
  Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Team Player
  :
  Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across departments.
• High-Volume Environment
  :
  Experience working in a high-volume purchase-to-pay environment.

Join this dynamic team and contribute to the continued growth! If you’re an ambitious individual with a passion for your work, we’d love to hear from you.

At Square Peg Associates, we are a leading recruitment consultancy specialising in finance and commercial business professionals within the North West of England. Our approach is personal and tailored to each candidate. We not only consider the qualifications listed on their CVs but also take the time to understand them on a deeper level. Before representing any candidate to our esteemed client base, we build strong relationships with them.

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