New Part-Time Payroll - Finance Assistant Vacancy! Are you on the lookout for a new role? I've got an opportunity that could be of interest to you. Location: Central Oxford Salary: 35k - 40k FTE Part-time 28 hours per week Responsibilities: Oversee end-to-end monthly payroll processing, including statutory payments (SSP, SMP, etc.) and RTI submissions Collaborate with HR to process staffing changes and maintain accurate records Administer pension schemes (OSPS, USS, NEST), salary sacrifice programmes, and travel/loan schemes Prepare reports for HMRC, including year-end submissions Reconcile payroll control accounts, bank accounts, and donation income Maintain financial systems, including Opera; support ledger processes and cashbook coding Liaise with internal departments and external software providers to troubleshoot and improve payroll functionality Assist in budget preparation, annual salary adjustments, and year-end accounting procedures Essential: Prior experience in payroll and finance operations AAT-qualified or equivalent (part-qualified acceptable) Strong Excel and IT skills Meticulous attention to detail; ability to work under pressure Effective communicator and team player Desirable: Familiarity with Opera finance system Experience within an academic or educational institution Benefits Package 38 days' paid leave (inclusive of public holidays, pro rata) Contributory pension scheme (USS) Free meals on duty when facilities are open Employee Assistance Programme Group-discounted medical and dental cover Travel support schemes including season ticket loans and Cycle to Work Optical care contributions Choosing your next role takes careful consideration. If you'd like to know more about this role, or just want a confidential catch-up about what you're looking for, feel free to reach out on the details below. 4713649