Market 36 Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Payroll & Accounts Supervisor on behalf of our client based in Witham, on a full-time and permanent basis.
Our client is looking for an experienced Accounts Supervisor with excellent team-work skills. You will be joining their accounts team and working closely with their accounts manager. You will be responsible for the day-to-day transactional accounting processes of the Company as well as taking full ownership of the payroll function within the business, ensuring accurate and timely processing of payroll while supporting the wider finance team. This role requires a detail-driven individual with strong hands-on payroll experience and advanced knowledge of Sage systems.
Roles & Responsibilities:
* Manage end-to-end payroll processing (weekly and/or monthly)
* Ensure payroll is processed accurately and in line with HMRC regulations
* Maintain employee payroll records including starters, leavers, and amendments
* Process statutory payments including SSP, SMP, and other deductions
* Manage pension contributions and auto enrolment processes
* Handle payroll queries and resolve discrepancies efficiently
* Work extensively with Sage Payroll and Sage Accounts systems
* Support month-end processes including reconciliations and reporting
* Overseeing the production of the sales/purchase ledger, invoicing, credit control, and bank reconciliations
* Ensure compliance with current payroll legislation
* Support audits and financial reporting requirements
* Identify and implement improvements within payroll and finance processes
Experience, Skills & Qualifications:
* Proven experience managing payroll end-to-end (ESSENTIAL)
* Strong working knowledge of Sage Payroll and Sage Accounts (ESSENTIAL)
* Experience working with high-volume or complex payrolls
* Good understanding of payroll legislation and compliance
* Experience within an SME environment preferred
* Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
* Confident communicator with the ability to handle sensitive information
Working Pattern & Benefits:
Hours: Monday to Friday (Office-based). 7:30am-4pm.
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Holiday allowance
* Supportive working environment
Salary: £35,000 + (DOE)
Market 36 Recruitment Ltd cover a range of sectors including Commercial, Industrial, Engineering, HR & Finance and IT. This vacancy is being advertised by Market 36 Recruitment Ltd. We operate as an Employment Business for temporary roles and as an Employment Agency for permanent roles