Summary
The UK Finance and Payroll Administrator will play a critical role in supporting the finance and accounting function for our UK and Ireland companies. You will work closely with our US-based finance team and serve as the local resource for coordinating, executing, and ensuring compliance across various accounting and employee finance/payroll related tasks.
Key Responsibilities
Payroll Processing
* Work with our external advisors to submit, review, and process payroll for our employees.
* Process all new hires, leavers, and changes for existing employees.
* Prepare pension contributions file to send to benefits broker.
Employee Benefits and Leave of Absence Management
* Guide employees through benefits programs, including health insurance and retirement plans.
* Validate the Benefit‑in‑Kind costs and ensure alignment with payroll processing.
* Manage the annual benefits renewal process alongside the US‑based Employee Services team.
* Process leave of absence requests and documentation to ensure compliance with statutory requirements and company policies.
Accounts Payable and Cash Management
* Manage AP inbox, process supplier invoices, and initiate payments.
* Input cash transactions (incoming and outgoing) into Netsuite GL system and maintain daily cash balance reporting.
Month‑End Close and Accounting Procedures
* Prepare reconciliation files for Cash, Fixed Assets, Prepayments, Other Assets, Accounts Payable, and Other Payables.
* Prepare journal entries for cash related transactions, such as payroll, intercompany payments/receipts, and debit card payments.
Other Finance Tasks
* Prepare and distribute the AR Aging Report on a weekly basis.
* Manage Timesheet inbox by processing change requests and chasing delinquencies.
* Assist with quarterly VAT reporting requirements.
* Assist with annual audit procedures and queries.
Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field.
* 3+ years of experience in finance or accounting roles.
* Strong understanding of UK financial regulations, tax laws, and other processes.
* Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
* Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building rapport with internal and external partners.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with accounting software (e.g., NetSuite).
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