Job Description

As part of the Financial Accounting team, and as one of the Finance Assistants you will be responsible for activities associated with Payroll, Accounts Receivable and Payable and Treasury functions.
Working to support the Payroll Supervisor and Financial Accountant you will also provide support in reporting in your areas of responsibility including providing reconciliations on key control accounts.

This role will be enabled so that the successful candidate will be able to work from home due to the current covid-19 pandemic transitioning to office working once restrictions allow.

Key responsibilities:

• Process payroll information accurately and timeously to ensure deadlines are met
• Monitor the payroll dedicated mailbox, and answer queries in a professional and courteous manner, always ensuring a high standard of customer service
• Knowledge of HMRC regulations and calculations in order to advise employees across the business
• Validate Accounts Payable invoices to their purchase orders and receipts, and release into the financial system promptly, to ensure SLC can meet its target of paying invoices within 5 days of approval
• Review supplier statements, and ensure supplier queries are dealt with efficiently and promptly
• Raise Accounts Receivable invoices promptly, and follow up any unpaid debt in accordance with the Debtors policy
• Audit expense report requests in line with the Expenses policy
• Record payment requests in relevant databases prior to payment
• Prepare monthly Balance Sheet Reconciliations as required
• Provide detailed analysis and evidence for any audit queries for both internal and external audit
• Ensure security of information is maintained in all cases in line with GDPR
• Ensure all working practices are fully documented, and procedures are kept up to date at all times
• Other additional duties from time to time

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Previous experience in a similar role, preferably with exposure in accounts payable or payroll. Good ability in manually processing large amounts of data. Working knowledge of HMRC and VAT regulations. Ability to focus on tasks and juggle priorities whilst under pressure of monthly deadlines. Good problem-solving and communication skills. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team coordinating shared duties.