Payroll Controller and Accounts Assistant Annual Salary: £26,000 - £30,000 Location: Maidstone Job Type: Permanent full-time Working Arrangement: Office based We are seeking a dedicated Payroll Controller and Accounts Assistant to manage end-to-end payroll processes and handle accommodation income accounting. This role requires precision and a strong understanding of payroll regulations and accounting principles to ensure all employees are paid correctly and company finances are accurately recorded. Day-to-day of the role: Process the company’s payroll monthly, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in payments. Manage all payroll data inputs including new hires, terminations, and updates to employee records. Calculate and update absence records, including annual and statutory leaves. Ensure compliance with all payroll-related regulations, including tax, social security, and employment laws. Handle annual filings such as P60s and P11Ds and manage pension contributions and deductions. Act as the primary contact for employee payroll inquiries, providing clear and prompt responses. Reconcile accommodation booking payments with bank statements and accurately record them in the accounting system. Ensure all accommodation income is recorded correctly within the accounting period and reconcile occupancy records with financial results. Support the finance team with general accounting duties to ensure smooth financial operations. Required Skills & Qualifications: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, for financial analysis and reporting. Minimum of 2 years’ experience with in-house payroll systems. Strong understanding of accounting principles, including double-entry bookkeeping, accruals, and reconciliations. Experienced in bank and credit card reconciliations and financial month-end closing activities. Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively. Flexible and adaptable to meet varying workload demands. Benefits: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. Competitive company pension (matched up to 8%). Discounts on food and employee discounts. Free tickets to events and free on-site parking. Comprehensive health & wellbeing programme including free flu jabs. Life insurance and private medical insurance. Enhanced maternity and paternity leave, bereavement leave, and sick pay. To apply for the Payroll Controller and Accounts Assistant position, please submit your CV now