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Are you an experienced Payroll professional with strong organisation, interpersonal and communication skills? Can you work in Oxford City Centre on a daily basis?

If so, we have registered an excellent opportunity to join a fantastic company on a temporary basis. Our client is looking to recruit a knowledgeable Finance professional to take ownership of the entire payroll, alongside additional accounting tasks.

The role is being offered on a part-time basis, 28 hours a week (excluding lunch breaks) across a minimum of 4 working days. You will be based on site daily and sadly there is no parking available, so you must be able to travel to Oxford without the need for a vehicle

Please only apply for this role if you are available immediately and able to commute to the office daily.

Temporary Part-Time Payroll & Finance Officer Responsibilities

In this role, you will manage of all aspects of the payroll system, including pensions, HMRC liaison, and will also assist with the production of management and year-end accounts including:

Preparing the monthly payroll including pension contributions; payroll related loans; salary sacrifice etc
Posting the monthly payroll and reconciliation of all payroll control accounts
Acting as the first point of contact for all payroll related queries
Administering any payroll changes such as SSP or SMP and rectifying any errors
Assisting with the production of management and year end accounts
Working with the HR team to support relevant new starter and leaver processes
Preparation of all statutory HMRC reports and returns
Providing ad hoc general support to the finance team, as required
Temporary Part-Time Payroll & Finance Officer Rewards

A competitive hourly rate is offered alongside holiday pay.
The role is based within beautiful surroundings.
Free lunches are offered
The Company

Our client describes themselves as friendly, supportive, and encouraging of personal development.

Temporary Part-Time Payroll & Finance Officer Requirements

Proven experience within a similar role
Strong understanding of payroll and finance systems (ideally CintraIQ, or similar)
High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
Strong organisational skills and a methodical and structured approach to work
Excellent IT skills, including a good knowledge of MS Office – with particular proficiency in Excel
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
Customer-centric and professional, with a proactive can-do attitude
Solution-focused, with a flexible approach to problem-solving and dealing with issues.
Uses initiative
Strong team player with experience of working successfully as part of a busy Accounts/Finance team
Demonstrable experience of working to tight timescales and deadlines
Ability to work under pressure when necessary and manage multiple priorities
The Location

Our client is situated in Central Oxford (OX1).

Sadly, due to the City Centre location there is no parking available. However, the offices are very easily reached by public transport.

Apply today, either online or directly to:

Catherine Stokes | Allen Associates |

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