Overhead & Payroll Accountant 12 Month FTC - Dot Recruit : Job Details

We’re representing a leading FMCG group who are looking for an Overhead & Payroll Accountant to join their finance team for an initial 12-month fixed term contract, with the possibility of going permanent. This is a hybrid role (minimum three days onsite), and will oversee cost centres, manage budget forecasts, and handle weekly payroll data for 450+ employees. 

Responsibilities:

• Create weekly payroll csv upload files to submit to external payroll provider
• Liaise with HR regarding new starters, leavers and changes to employment terms
• Process court orders and statutory payments, e.g. parental leave and SSP
• Submit pension information to NEST
• Manage employee queries relating to pay and pensions
• Process weekly expenses for payment
• Post all payroll related journals
• Other ad hoc payroll duties
• Processing POs for central cost overheads
• Responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the overhead lines including posting accruals, prepayments and adjustments and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Reporting on key variances and working with cost centre owners to identify areas of opportunity or risk
• Assist in budget and forecasting process for overhead lines
• Proactive support for cost centre managers and develop a review process with cost centres to manage their overhead budgets

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in payroll administration or a similar finance role.
• Strong analytical and organisational skills with keen attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (Dynamics 365 experience is a plus).
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and build effective cross-functional relationships.

Benefits

• £35,000 - £40,000
• 33 days of Annual Leave
• 1 extra days' leave for volunteering
• Generous discounts on group products
• Cycle to Work Scheme that offers discounted bikes and cycling equipment.
• Online GP Service
• Monthly complimentary meals

If you’re a driven finance professional ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you!