Our client, a leading logistics company based in Felixstowe are looking to recruit a Payroll Assistant to support their busy and thriving finance environment.

The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting our clients’ accounting functions.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

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

Skills & Experience Required:

• Experience of processing payroll within a corporate environment
• Strong IT skills, and proficiency in Sage 50 accountancy softwa
• 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.

Core Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking

Hours: Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm