Payroll and Finance Assistant

Other benefits include free parking, generous holiday entitlement and Local Government Pension Scheme.

Harborough District Council’s vision is to work with communities in a vibrant, safe and prosperous district and to bring the best opportunities to all.

We are looking for a highly motivated team player to work in Finance Services team as a Payroll Officer (3 days) and a transactional assistant (2 days).

The role will involve dealing with the delegated payroll provider and the Human Resources Team to ensure employees, and Members are paid accurately and on time, including expenses each month, resolving payroll related queries in a timely manner as well as working in all aspects of transaction processing and administration of Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable ensuring accuracy and compliance with deadlines.

We require someone with previous experience in a similar role with good attention to detail, as they will be responsible for processing the monthly payroll and good knowledge of understanding of basic double entry, with excellent customer service skills.  

Your analytical and prioritisation skills will be second to none and your effective communication and negotiation skills will help you to build effective working relationships.  Experience of using a market leading Payroll and HR  ICT system and the ability to use Microsoft Office to intermediate level are also essential.

The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 9am Monday 24th February 2025.  Interviews will be held on Friday 28th February 2025.

We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date should we receive sufficient suitable applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Desirable criteria from the person specification may be used for sifting purposes.

Please click 'apply online' below where you can upload your CV and covering letter.  Please ensure your CV and letter clearly demonstrate how you meet the person specification.

Please include 2 referees, one if which must be your present or most recent employer.  Please also provide your present or most recent annual gross salary and required notice period.

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