Payroll and Accounts Assistant

MacKenzie King are excited to be recruiting a Payroll and Accounts Assistant for a well-respected Haulage company in Felixstowe. As a Payroll and Accounts Assistant you will take ownership of the weekly and monthly payrolls, as well playing an integral part in supporting with month end duties.

• Calculation and processing of weekly and monthly payroll runs, using Sage Payroll.
• Assist in preparation of the monthly management accounts through the posting of journals and the preparation of month end schedules.
• Support other Finance Team functions such as VAT returns and bank reconciliations.
• Prepare periodic and ad hoc reports to support the Finance Team.
• Support the external audit process through responding to queries and preparing schedules.
• Maintain organised records of all financial transactions and documentation.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Experience of processing payroll
• Experience using a finance system
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to process information systematically.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment while managing individual responsibilities effectively.
• Good time management skills and the ability to work to a deadline.