Accounts Assistant
Job Description
Macildowie are working with this client based in Melton Mowbray to recruit a Finance and Payroll Administrator.
Salary: £28,000-£32,000 (depending on experience)
Employment Type: Permanent
Working Arrangement: Office-based, with some hybrid flexibility considered
About the Role
This is a busy and varied role where you'll support the finance team across a range of weekly and monthly tasks, from payroll support to invoice processing and cost tracking. It's ideal for someone with strong organisation skills who enjoys structure and ownership in their day-to-day work.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and submit weekly payroll information
Raise and track purchase orders
Send and chase invoices for approval
Review weekly payment runs and ensure all payments are correct
Support with payments to external suppliers and subcontractors
Create and update monthly cost reports
Keep templates and trackers up to date
Collect and compile backup documentation (invoices, timesheets, etc.)
Ideal Candidate
Strong experience in finance admin, payroll or office-based accounts work
Great attention to detail and confidence working with numbers
Good Excel skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines
Strong communication skills for liaising with internal teams and external contacts
A proactive and organised approach to daily tasks
What You'll Get
A stable, full-time permanent role
Competitive salary and standard company benefits
Supportive team and the chance to make a real difference
Opportunities to grow and take ownership of key areas
Some flexibility around working arrangements
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