Accounts & Payroll Assistant

Accounts & Payroll Assistant
Sunderland
Hybrid working + study support (if required)
Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Accounts & Payroll Assistant will be responsible for all aspects of the weekly payroll along with providing effective and accurate support across the wider Finance team. 
The successful candidate will have strong proven experience in payroll processing including a good understanding of relevant legislation, along with 2+ years working within an accounts environment. 
Key duties: 

Processing weekly payroll and all associated payroll admin tasks
Assisting in the production of month end accounts
Preparing and processing journals
Cashflow forecasting
Monthly balance sheet reconciliation
VAT returns
Supporting the FD and Finance Manager with financial reporting
Ad-hoc duties as requested by management
Person specification:

At least 2 years working within an accounting role
Proven experience in payroll processing including knowledge of payroll legislation
Strong systems skills including Excel and SD Worx (desirable)
Educated to GCSE level incl. Maths & English
Strong communication and organisation skills