Overview
I’m working with a luxury property known for its intimate, sumptuous atmosphere, featuring lavish rooms and suites, a fine-dining restaurant, and a bar. Their personalised services and attention to detail make it a popular choice for travellers looking for a high-end, unique stay in the heart of London.
They are looking for an Accounts and Payroll Assistant to support the Finance department in managing day-to-day accounting tasks, payroll administration, and compliance requirements. The role requires strong organisational skills, high attention to detail, and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
Key Responsibilities
- Process monthly payroll accurately and on time, manage timecard submissions, handle pension queries, upload contributions, prepare payroll journals/reports, and ensure compliance with HMRC and statutory requirements.
- Process invoices, manage supplier reconciliations, perform BACS payments, and maintain up-to-date payable and receivable records.
- Upload and reconcile daily revenue, verify income journals, and manage credit card and accounts receivable reconciliations.
- Support month-end activities, including accruals, prepayments, and financial reporting.
- Maintain organised financial records, assist with audits, ensure compliance with accounting standards, and company policies.
- Work closely with operational teams to resolve finance-related queries and provide support to the Finance Director as needed.
Candidate Profile
- Previous experience in payroll administration, ideally within hospitality or a multi-shift workforce environment.
- Good understanding of UK payroll legislation, tax, and pension requirements.
- Strong numeracy skills and attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial software.
- Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.
- Highly organised, proactive, and capable of managing multiple priorities.
Job Tenure: Permanent
