Payroll accountant jobs in United Kingdom

Job Title: Accountant Location: South East Bakery, New Addington Salary: Dependent on Experience Job Type: Full-Time, Immediate Start We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Accountant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in bank reconciliation and be proficient in using Sage. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for an immediate start in a dynamic and supportive workplace. Key Responsibilities: • Performing bank reconciliations to ensure accurate financial records • Managing accounts payable and receivable • Processing invoices and payments • Preparing financial reports and maintaining records • Using Sage to manage company accounts efficiently • Assisting with payroll and VAT returns • Supporting the finance team with general accounting duties Requirements: • Proven experience in an accounting role • Strong knowledge of bank reconciliation and financial reporting • Proficiency in Sage accounting software • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy • Strong organisational and time management skills • Ability to work independently and as part of a team This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced accountant looking for an immediate start. Salary will be dependent on experience. We look forward to hearing from you!

As a Senior Accounts Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in our finance department, taking on increased responsibilities and contributing to the strategic financial success of our organisation. Your key responsibilities will include: - Processing of sales invoices, income, receipts and payments received - Conduct thorough balance sheet and bank reconciliations, maintaining precise financial records - Overseeing day-to-day financial transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance - Utilising advanced features of QuickBooks or Sage for comprehensive financial management - Providing expertise in Microsoft Office applications for detailed reporting and presentations - Resolving complex financial queries and providing guidance to junior team members - Driving efficiency improvements in our finance operations - Assisting with payroll administration and ensuring accurate employee payments The Benefits - Competitive salary of £27-30,000 - £250 reward for employee referrals - Employee discount for friends and family - Personal learning & development - Internal progression opportunities - Free on-site parking Schedule 40 Hours per week – Between the hours of: - Monday to Friday: 08:00 to 18:00 - Every other Saturday: 10:00 to 16.00 The Requirements - Minimum 2 years’ experience in a varied accounting role - Advanced proficiency with QuickBooks or Sage accounting software - Expertise in Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint - AAT Level 4 or equivalent - Exceptional verbal and written communication skills The Company Storage Giant is one of the UK’s private leading self-storage providers. A well-established and rapidly expanding organisation with stores across the UK, with an active pipeline of further expansion planned. We pride ourselves on delivering the BEST storage, at the BEST price, with the BEST service! At Storage Giant we are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status or age. All of our roles require candidates to have the legal right to work in the UK. Please note that Storage Giant does not offer visa sponsorship at this time.

Looking for someone to help prepare accounts, payrolls weekly and valuations monthly. Requieres to be able to use Microsoft EXCEl. Main office based near Tottenham Court Road. Contact me anytime for more clarification.

Manage the day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger. Monitor and maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with financial regulations. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management review. Develop and implement financial controls, budgets, and forecasting systems to optimise financial performance. Oversee payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and timely disbursement of salaries. Manage cash flow and monitor the company’s financial health. Ensure accurate inventory accounting and support inventory reconciliation processes. Assist in strategic financial planning and provide insights to support business decisions.

Perform general administrative duties, including managing payroll, overseeing supplier payments, and handling bank accounts. Proficiency in accounting software is preferred. Responsibilities include assisting in the preparation of monthly management accounts with the Manager, processing the monthly payroll, bookkeeping, and preparing accounts up to trial balance, profit and loss statements, and the balance sheet. Generate invoices and monthly statements using accounting software, ensuring timely payment of invoices. Conduct daily banking activities, reconcile bank statements, and maintain petty cash records, ensuring accurate balancing and ledger posting. Respond promptly to relevant telephone, post, and email inquiries.

Company Description Climate 2025 is a not for profit social enterprise founded at the start of this decisive decade. Our mission is to catalyse the urgent response to the climate and ecological crisis by enhancing the effectiveness and reach of community-led climate action worldwide. We provide infrastructure and capacity-building support to emerging movements working for urgent systemic change. We accelerate and amplify the efforts and outputs of causes we believe in, offering start-up support, strategic development, and fundraising services. Our unique experience with social movements allows us to foster great people. Unique experience with social movements allows us to foster great people and projects, providing structure and guidance to turn ideas into action. Job Description The Finance Director leads the Finance Team, overseeing Climate 2025’s financial management, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures. They also sit within the Fiscal Hosting team and support delivery of the Fiscal Hosting platform to Climate 2025’s partners. They work with the Fiscal Hosting Director to ensure accurate financial management for hosted clients. They are a member of the Climate 2025 Leadership Team. They are responsible for the line management of their colleagues within payments and finance, currently two members of staff. The Finance Director reports to the Fiscal Hosting Director. The Finance Director role is considered to be a full time position. The salary for the Finance Director is £60,000-£70,000 per annum, with 40 days holiday, working remotely, though with at least two weeks per year in person in the UK, and ideally one additional day per month in person in the UK. Key Responsibilities: Oversee Climate 2025’s financial management, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures Develop and monitor budgets for both climate 2025 operations and hosted projects Provide regular financial reporting to the leadership team and board Lead efforts to improve financial systems and streamline workflows. Work with the Fiscal Hosting Director to ensure robust financial oversight of hosted projects, and Climate 2025’s internal systems Perform as an integral member of the leadership team bringing financial insights to their colleagues Manage cashflow strategy Delivery of the monthly management accounts Develop and report on profitability across the variety of offerings at Climate 2025 Support the strategic direction of Climate 2025 by working with the Executive Director on KPIs and Organisation dashboards Ensure effective, timely and efficient delivery of the following by the finance function: Records of income and expenditure are maintained: grants, donations, receivables, and consultancy receipts, invoices Transparent and accurate financial data in Xero and other interconnected databases Regular weekly reconciliation of transactions in Xero, including oversight of bills to pay, bank statements, and payment service providers for Climate 2025 Month-end reporting process by preparing management reports and accounts, such as income/expenditure statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and KPIs Restricted donor financial reports, ensuring alignment with accounting records and donor compliance Payroll service for Climate 2025 and hosted projects Accounting reports for new services Managing VAT preparation and submission Person Specification: Knowledge and Experience Proven experience as an SME Finance Leader with 10+ years post qualification experience Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) Implementation of financial controls and processes Multi currency cashflow and treasury management experience Setting of budgets and forecast Internal audit experience Ability to work under pressure and deliver projects to tight deadlines Minimum 5 years people management experience Excellent knowledge of cloud based working Knowledge and experience of relevant software applications (e.g. MS Excel & Teams, Xero, Google Docs & Sheets) ESG / Sustainable finance experience Software implementation experience Key Competencies Strategic thinking Strong verbal and written communication skills Attention to detail Planning and organising Time management Interpersonal skills Initiative Confidentiality Reliability Leadership of staff Essential Abilities Ability to confidently discuss financial narratives with senior leaders and members of the board. Ability to prioritise and organise own workload / time to meet priorities and deadlines as required Ability to determine problems and produce solutions to work-related issues Able to communicate confidently and effectively with a wide range of people, including handling queries in a tactful and confidential manner Strong stakeholder management skills and business partnering with non-finance colleagues Good organisation and administrative skills Able to work effectively as part of a team Ability to undertake a range of financial functions