Job Description

Overview

The Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented, experienced, and proactive Senior Accounts Administrator to join our finance team. This crucial role involves managing the day-to-day accounting activities and taking full responsibility for the end-to-end payroll processing. You will ensure accuracy and compliance with all statutory regulations and provide essential support to the Company Directors.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Processing:

Oversee and manage monthly (and/or weekly) payroll processing for all employees, ensuring accurate and timely payments using our payroll software (e.g., Sage 50, Xero, etc.).

Compliance:

Ensure strict compliance with all UK payroll regulations, tax laws, and pension auto-enrolment requirements. This includes processing PAYE, National Insurance, and other statutory deductions/payments.

HMRC & Year-End:

Prepare and submit required reports to HMRC (e.g., RTI submissions, P11D, P60s, etc.) and coordinate all year-end payroll processes.

Accounts Payable/Receivable:

Manage and process supplier invoices (AP), reconcile supplier statements, and monitor incoming customer payments (AR), raising invoices and credit notes as required.

Reconciliations:

Perform regular bank, cash, and balance sheet reconciliations to identify and resolve any discrepancies.

Financial Reporting:

Assist with the preparation of management accounts, VAT returns, and general financial reports for senior management.

Query Handling:

Act as the primary point of contact for all employee payroll queries, addressing concerns with professionalism and confidentiality.

General Administration:

Maintain accurate and confidential financial records, assisting with general administrative duties within the finance department.

Skills & Qualifications

Essential:

Proven experience as an Accounts/Payroll Administrator or similar role, with at least 3 years in a busy finance function. Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices, as well as UK payroll legislation. Proficiency in accounting and payroll software (e.g., Sage, Xero, etc.) and strong MS Excel skills. Excellent attention to detail and high level of numerical accuracy. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and meet deadlines. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong focus on confidentiality and data protection.

Desirable:

AAT qualified or part-qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or qualified by experience (QBE). Additional payroll qualification (e.g., CIPP).

Benefits

Company Pension Scheme Generous annual leave allowance Health cash plan/Private medical insurance On-site parking] Professional development opportunities/training support]

How to Apply

If you are an organised, proactive, and experienced professional looking for a challenging new role, please send your CV and a covering letter to Steve Reid on email steve@ltt-ltd.com

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 25,000.00-33,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking
Experience:

Accounting: 3 years (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person