Payroll / Accounts Assistant

We are working with a well-established and growing international professional services business to recruit a Payroll / Accounts Assistant to join their small, collaborative finance team on a part-time, remote basis. This is a confidential opportunity within a specialist organisation operating across multiple global locations, offering exposure to international payroll processes and a varied finance role. The Role: Reporting into the Finance Manager, you will play a key role in supporting overseas payroll operations and ensuring accurate financial reporting. You will work closely with external payroll providers and internal stakeholders to ensure employees are paid accurately and on time. Key Responsibilities: * Preparing and submitting payroll inputs to external payroll providers * Reviewing and reporting taxable benefits * Checking payroll reports for accuracy and completeness * Posting payroll journals and payments into Xero * Calculating and posting staff cost recharges * Reconciling payroll-related balance sheet accounts * Reviewing and approving employee expense claims * Supporting audit requests * Providing ad hoc finance and administrative support About You: * Experience supporting payroll processes and reporting * Minimum 2 years’ experience within a finance or accounts environment * Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Outlook * Confident using finance systems (Xero experience beneficial) * High level of accuracy and attention to detail * Able to work independently and manage deadlines effectively * Strong organisational and multitasking skills * A proactive team player with a positive, can-do approach What’s on Offer: * Remote working with team meetings at agreed locations on a bi-weekly / monthly basis * Flexible part-time hours (c. 25 hours per week) * Supportive and collaborative team environment For more information or to apply, please submit your CV. All applications will be handled in strict confidence Salary: GBP 15000 - 20000 per year Experience: 2 years required

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