Payroll & Finance Assistant in Warrington - CV-Library

Job Title: Payroll & Finance Assistant

Location: Warrington - Hybrid

Salary: £29,000 - £34,000

Job Type: Full time, Permanent

ORCHA is one of the UK's fastest growing digital health organisations. We operate the world's largest digital health assessment platform and library, offering a suite of exciting products and services that are geared towards people using and benefiting from great health and care related apps.

Digital healthcare holds the power to revolutionise how we treat patients. But this revolution comes with risk. Right now, there are over 350,000 health apps available to download, with only 20% meeting safety standards. It's an issue that needs action, and with action comes innovation.

This is where ORCHA comes in.

Our industry-leading technology helps national bodies, healthcare providers, professionals on the frontline, and digital innovators to develop, accredit, and activate the best digital healthcare apps, putting the transformative power of digital healthcare into the hands of patients safely.

Digital health is rapidly emerging as the major new frontier in healthcare delivery globally, and we are at the forefront of this fast moving and exhilarating environment. It's fair to say we are passionate about health apps, and it is our mission to make digital healthcare safe.

The Role:

The primary role of the Payroll and Finance Assistant is to process monthly payroll in accordance with UK regulations and the day to day financial administration of three entities.

Financial administration includes accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, creating and posting journals, balance sheet reconciliations and supporting the Financial Controller with month end management accounts and year end close.

What do you need to be successful in the role?

At least 3 years' experience working in an accounting department
Candidates should have reached AAT Level 4 Certificate
A payroll qualification is advantageous but not essential
Solid knowledge of UK payroll processing and software, preferably in Bright Pay
Computer literacy and accounting skills, preferably in Xero accounting system
Good knowledge and experience in Microsoft 365, specifically Excel
Experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations and supporting with monthly management accounts
Ensure confidentiality and security of information and adherence to data protection regulations
Knowledge of accounting principles and financial procedures (knowledge of US GAAP is an advantage)
Demonstrable written and verbal communication skills
The ability to work well within a team and individually, using your initiative and autonomy
Solid organisational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking
Strong analytical skills
Excellent client-facing and Internal communication skills
Problem solving skills, with the ability to be flexible in your approach to work
A committed work ethic, with enthusiasm to develop your skills and a drive to learn
The ability to work in a fast-paced environment
The ability to adapt to changes in the work environmentResponsibilities:

Managing the UK monthly payroll preparation and processing
Administration of the pension scheme
Accounts Payable - processing invoices in accordance with financial controls, reconciling supplier statements, weekly payment runs
Accounts Receivable - raising sales invoices, credit control
Managing the employee expense and reimbursement process
Prepare journal entries for nominal ledger postings including accruals and prepayments
Daily reconciliation of bank accounts
Reconciliation of balance sheet accounts
Daily reconciliation of bank accounts
Reconciliation of balance sheet accounts
Support the preparation of monthly management accounts and the year-end close
Support the Financial Controller with additional tasks
Ensure the company financial records and reports are maintained in compliance with company policies and proceduresWhat we offer in return:

A competitive salary
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Opportunity to buy additional leave
Healthcare Cash Plan
Life Assurance
Discounted Gym Membership
Contributory Pension Scheme
Flexible hybrid working (office 2 days per week)
Company laptop and home working set up
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Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Payroll Specialist, Payroll Officer, Senior Payroll Administrator, Accounts Clerk, Payroll, Finance Clerk, Qualified Accountant, Payroll Admin, Payroll Coordinator, Practice Experience, Bureau Experience, Payroll Executive and HR may also be considered for this role