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Accounts and Payroll Assistant
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- Liverpool, Merseyside
- Permanent
- Full Time
- £28,000 - £28,500 Per Annum
Job Description
Accounts and Payroll Assistant
Adecco is currently recruiting for an Accounts and Payroll Assistant to join a busy finance and administration team based in Liverpool. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented finance professional to play a key role in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of a well-established organisation.
The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with all aspects of accounts administration and payroll processing, ensuring accurate financial records are maintained and contributing to the smooth running of the finance function.
Type: Permanent, Full-Time, with part-time hours considered for the right candidate
Salary: £28,000 per annum
Location: Office-based, Liverpool
Key Responsibilities
Maintain accurate financial records and support month-end financial processes.
Process purchase and sales ledger transactions, ensuring invoices are recorded and paid accurately.
Assist with bank reconciliations and daily banking activities.
Support payroll processing, including the collation, checking, and submission of payroll information.
Liaise with payroll providers and employees regarding payroll-related queries.
Process staff expense claims and maintain payroll records.
Assist with account reconciliations and financial reporting.
Monitor and maintain financial documentation in line with organisational procedures.
Ensure compliance with internal financial controls, policies, and relevant legislation.
Provide administrative support to the finance department and assist with ad hoc finance projects as required.
Person Specification
Essential Skills and Experience
Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Payroll Assistant, Bookkeeper, or similar finance role.
Practical experience of payroll administration and payroll processes.
Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
Good understanding of accounting principles and financial record keeping.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
GCSE Mathematics and English at Grade 4 (C) or above, or equivalent.
Excellent organisational and time management skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Reliable, proactive, and adaptable approach to work.
Desirable
Experience using accounting and payroll software.
AAT qualification or working towards a finance-related qualification.
Experience working within a charity, not-for-profit, or SME environment.
Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive team where you can develop your accounts and payroll expertise while making a valuable contribution to the organisation's success. If you are a motivated finance professional looking for a varied and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you.
Join us in making a positive impact now and step into an exciting new role!
Adecco aim to respond to all applicants, however due to the large volume of applications we receive this may not always be possible. Should you not receive a response within five working days please accept this as notification that you have not been short-listed on this occasion.
Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you
Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website
Adecco is currently recruiting for an Accounts and Payroll Assistant to join a busy finance and administration team based in Liverpool. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented finance professional to play a key role in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of a well-established organisation.
The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with all aspects of accounts administration and payroll processing, ensuring accurate financial records are maintained and contributing to the smooth running of the finance function.
Type: Permanent, Full-Time, with part-time hours considered for the right candidate
Salary: £28,000 per annum
Location: Office-based, Liverpool
Key Responsibilities
Maintain accurate financial records and support month-end financial processes.
Process purchase and sales ledger transactions, ensuring invoices are recorded and paid accurately.
Assist with bank reconciliations and daily banking activities.
Support payroll processing, including the collation, checking, and submission of payroll information.
Liaise with payroll providers and employees regarding payroll-related queries.
Process staff expense claims and maintain payroll records.
Assist with account reconciliations and financial reporting.
Monitor and maintain financial documentation in line with organisational procedures.
Ensure compliance with internal financial controls, policies, and relevant legislation.
Provide administrative support to the finance department and assist with ad hoc finance projects as required.
Person Specification
Essential Skills and Experience
Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Payroll Assistant, Bookkeeper, or similar finance role.
Practical experience of payroll administration and payroll processes.
Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
Good understanding of accounting principles and financial record keeping.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
GCSE Mathematics and English at Grade 4 (C) or above, or equivalent.
Excellent organisational and time management skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Reliable, proactive, and adaptable approach to work.
Desirable
Experience using accounting and payroll software.
AAT qualification or working towards a finance-related qualification.
Experience working within a charity, not-for-profit, or SME environment.
Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive team where you can develop your accounts and payroll expertise while making a valuable contribution to the organisation's success. If you are a motivated finance professional looking for a varied and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you.
Join us in making a positive impact now and step into an exciting new role!
Adecco aim to respond to all applicants, however due to the large volume of applications we receive this may not always be possible. Should you not receive a response within five working days please accept this as notification that you have not been short-listed on this occasion.
Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you
Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website