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Billing Clerk

Slough, Berkshire
remote
Permanent
30000 - 32000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Billing Specialist</h1>Location: Datchet - 5 days per week Salary: £30,000 - £32,000A growing UK-based business is looking for an experienced Billing Specialist to join its finance team. This is a hands-on role focused on ensuring accurate and timely billing across a multi-entity organisation.You will work closely with Finance, Credit Control, Operations and other internal stakeholders to manage billing activity, resolve complex queries and ensure invoices are produced accurately and in line with contractual requirements.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced billing professional looking to take ownership of a varied billing function within a growing organisation.<h3>Key responsibilities</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Produce accurate and timely customer invoices across multiple entities.</li><li>Ensure billing is completed in line with contractual terms and agreed deadlines.</li><li>Review billing exceptions and resolve complex invoicing queries.</li><li>Maintain accurate customer pricing, contracts and billing data.</li><li>Investigate discrepancies and ensure billing issues are resolved promptly.</li><li>Work closely with Credit Control to support effective cash collection.</li><li>Perform billing reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.</li><li>Support month-end close and ensure billing deadlines are met.</li><li>Assist with audit requests and provide supporting documentation.</li><li>Produce billing reports and monitor volumes, backlogs and outstanding issues.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve billing processes, controls and efficiency.</li><li>Support system improvements, automation and wider finance transformation projects.</li><li>Work closely with internal stakeholders to resolve billing disputes and queries.</li></ul><h3>What we're looking for</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Previous experience within a Billing, Sales Ledger or Accounts Receivable environment.</li><li>Strong understanding of billing processes and financial controls.</li><li>Experience managing complex or high-volume billing activity.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and a strong focus on accuracy.</li><li>Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.</li><li>Confident communication skills and the ability to work with stakeholders across a business.</li><li>Strong Excel and finance systems experience.</li><li>A proactive approach with a genuine interest in process improvement.</li><li>The ability to investigate problems, identify solutions and work independently.</li></ul><h3>What's on offer?</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Salary of £30,000 - £32,000.</li><li>Full training, support and ongoing development.</li><li>Genuine opportunities for career progression.</li><li>Learning and development tailored to your career aspirations.</li><li>Financial wellbeing and employee benefits platform.</li><li>A supportive and collaborative finance environment.</li><li>Opportunity to join a growing organisation and make a genuine impact within the billing function.</li></ul>Please note: This is a fully office-based position, Monday to Friday, in Datchet.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2hhcmxlcy5QZW5tYW4uNzY3NTQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-29T15:05:52Z

Finance & Payroll Accounts Assistant - TEMP TO PERM

Bourton-on-the-Water, Gloucestershire
remote
Permanent
- 35000 GBP / Yearly
<h1 dir="ltr">Finance & Payroll Accounts Assistant - TEMP TO PERM</h1>Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday Location: Bourton-on-the-Water Salary: Up to £35,000 Working pattern: Office-based, with some flexibility around start and finish times<h2 dir="ltr">The Role</h2>We are looking for an organised and detail-focused Finance & Payroll Accounts Assistant. The role combines responsibility for accurate weekly payroll preparation with finance, accounts and general administrative support.The key focus is compiling, checking and validating employee hours before weekly payroll is processed. This is not an end-to-end payroll position; payroll processing, tax and final payroll preparation are handled by an established payroll specialist.<h2 dir="ltr">Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Compile and validate weekly employee hours, including variable hours, pay rates, sickness, holidays and other payroll adjustments.</li><li>Review time-recording information and compare reports across multiple systems.</li><li>Investigate discrepancies, missing or incorrect information and liaise with managers to resolve issues.</li><li>Ensure payroll data is accurate, complete and correctly allocated ahead of the weekly payroll deadline.</li><li>Support Finance with payroll reporting, reconciliations, financial records and general accounts administration.</li><li>Handle relevant cash, petty cash and payment administration.</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll, financial and employee records, spreadsheets and internal systems.</li><li>Respond to payroll, finance and employee queries professionally, working collaboratively with Finance, HR and management.</li><li>Provide general administrative support to the wider business as required.</li></ul><h2 dir="ltr">What We're Looking For</h2><ul><li>Previous payroll experience, with a proven understanding of payroll processes and experience collating and/or checking payroll data.</li><li>Strong Excel skills, including confidence working with formulas, checking formula accuracy and analysing spreadsheets.</li><li>Experience analysing data from multiple systems or reports and confidently interrogating information to identify discrepancies or errors.</li><li>Understanding of hours worked, pay rates, gross pay, deductions, net pay, holiday, sickness and different working arrangements.</li><li>Experience in basic finance and accounts administration, including maintaining financial records, reconciliations and cash-related queries.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail, numerical accuracy and a methodical approach.</li><li>Comfortable working to a weekly payroll cycle and fixed deadlines while maintaining accuracy in a busy environment.</li><li>Strong organisation and prioritisation skills, with the ability to work independently and take ownership of deadlines.</li><li>Good communication skills and confidence liaising with employees and managers.</li></ul><h2 dir="ltr">Working Arrangements</h2>The position is predominantly office-based, Monday to Friday, with some flexibility around start and finish times, provided business requirements and weekly payroll deadlines are met.The role works across Finance, HR and management, requiring effective communication and collaboration.<h2 dir="ltr">Benefits</h2><ul><li>Competitive salary up to £35,000.</li><li>20 days' holiday plus Bank Holidays.</li><li>Pension scheme.</li><li>Lifestyle benefits and retail discounts.</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme.</li><li>Career development opportunities.</li><li>Option to purchase additional annual leave.</li><li>Electric vehicle salary-sacrifice scheme.</li><li>Cycle-to-work scheme.</li></ul><h2 dir="ltr">To Be Considered</h2>Please email me the following information:<ul><li>How many years' payroll experience you have.</li><li>Your level of Excel experience.</li><li>Your location and how you would travel to Bourton-on-the-Water.</li><li>Your salary expectations.</li><li>Your availability to start.</li></ul> Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/bGlzYS5oYXl3YXJkLjQ1MzkzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-09-24T16:01:30Z

Finance Assistant & Payroll Lead

Camberley, Surrey
remote
Temporary
30000 - 35000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Payroll Lead & Finance Administrator</h1>12-Month Fixed-Term ContractLocation: Camberley (4 days office-based, 1 day from home) Salary: £30,000 - £35,000An established business is seeking an experienced Payroll Lead & Finance Administrator to join the team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a varied position offering responsibility for the end-to-end payroll process, alongside supporting wider finance administration activities.This role would suit a payroll professional who has previously taken ownership of payroll and enjoys working within a collaborative finance environment.<h2>Key Responsibilities:</h2><ul><li>Lead and manage the end-to-end monthly payroll process, ensuring accuracy and compliance.</li><li>Maintain payroll records and process employee changes, overtime, deductions and statutory payments.</li><li>Act as the primary point of contact for payroll-related queries.</li><li>Ensure payroll submissions and reporting deadlines are met.</li><li>Reconcile payroll information and support month-end activities.</li><li>Assist with sales invoicing, supplier payments and general finance administration.</li><li>Support financial reporting, reconciliations and audit requirements.</li><li>Work closely with Finance and HR to ensure accurate employee and payroll data.</li></ul><h2>About You:</h2><ul><li>Previous experience leading and processing payroll from start to finish.</li><li>Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation and payroll best practice.</li><li>Experience working within a finance or accounts function.</li><li>Confident using payroll systems and Excel.</li><li>Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.</li><li>Able to manage deadlines and prioritise workloads effectively.</li><li>Strong communication skills and a proactive approach.</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer:</h2><ul><li>Salary of £30,000 - £35,000.</li><li>12-month fixed-term contract.</li><li>Hybrid working (4 days in the office, 1 day from home).</li><li>Friendly and supportive team environment.</li><li>Opportunity to take ownership of payroll within a broad and varied finance position.</li></ul> Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UG9wcHkuR3JhbnQuNDgyMzAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-10-28T18:36:39Z

Payroll Administrator

Bourton-on-the-Water, Gloucestershire
remote
Permanent
32000 - 35000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are exclusively working with a long-established, family-focused business in the heart of the Cotswolds to recruit a Payroll Administrator. The company is growing and modernising, and it's investing in its people and services while staying true to its community values. You'll be the go-to person for accurate weekly payroll data. You'll also give the wider operations team practical administrative support, so this suits someone who likes variety and being close to the day-to-day.Payroll Administrator Salary: £35,000 per annum Location: Bourton-on-the-Water, Cotswolds Contract: Permanent, 40 hours per week, Monday to FridayKey responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare and submit accurate weekly operational and payroll data for frontline colleagues</li><li>Check clocking records against scheduled duties, investigating and resolving any discrepancies</li><li>Manage holiday allocation for colleagues in line with business needs</li><li>Act as a first point of contact for colleague queries by phone, email and in person</li><li>Work closely with HR on colleague administration, including starters, leavers and employee updates</li><li>Support day-to-day site operations, assisting the operations team when required</li><li>Handle justified complaints through informal discussions</li><li>Order and distribute uniform, and maintain the related records</li><li>Manage petty cash, prepaid cards, cash machine issues and cash variances</li><li>Keep accurate records, update internal systems and complete general administrative duties</li><li>Support the wider team and promote company values at all times</li></ul>About you<ul><li>Experience in payroll administration, including checking and correcting payroll data</li><li>Experience working within a finance team</li><li>Strong Excel skills and familiarity with rota systems</li><li>Strong communication and teamwork skills, with excellent attention to detail</li><li>Able to prioritise your workload, meet deadlines and work independently</li><li>Reliable, punctual and flexible when the business needs it</li></ul>What's on offer<ul><li>£35,000 per annum</li><li>Holiday purchase scheme</li><li>20 days' annual leave plus bank holidays</li><li>Pension scheme</li><li>Lifestyle benefits</li><li>Employee assistance programme</li><li>Career development opportunities within the wider group</li></ul>How to applyRobert Half is working exclusively with the company on this role. To apply, please send your CV via the link or contact the Oxford office for a confidential conversation. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hhcmxpZS5odW50ZS4zNzIxOS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-28T15:51:33Z

Payroll Specialist

England,
remote
Temporary
20 - 25 GBP / Hourly
<h1>Interim Payroll Specialist</h1>Location: Near Farnborough Duration: 8 weeks initially (potential extension) Start Date: ASAP / Mid-November Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm Working Pattern: Fully office-based, with on-site parkingWe are supporting a well-established organisation near Farnborough in the search for an experienced Interim Payroll Specialist to provide immediate support during a particularly busy period.This is not a role for someone looking for training or a learning curve. The successful candidate will need to hit the ground running, take ownership of multiple payrolls and quickly become a trusted member of the team.<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Managing multiple end-to-end payrolls with accuracy and attention to detail</li><li>Processing payrolls across a range of departments with different pay structures and working arrangements</li><li>Administering overtime, seasonal hours, temporary staff payments and time off in lieu calculations</li><li>Managing complex pension arrangements and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation</li><li>Processing starters, leavers and payroll amendments</li><li>Validating and reviewing payroll data received from operational teams</li><li>Resolving payroll queries and ensuring payroll deadlines are met</li><li>Supporting the payroll function through a particularly busy operational period</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><ul><li>Proven experience managing complex, multi-payroll environments</li><li>Strong understanding of payroll legislation, pensions and payroll compliance</li><li>Experience processing payrolls with varying pay structures, overtime calculations and employee groups</li><li>Able to work independently with minimal supervision</li><li>Strong attention to detail and confident working under pressure</li><li>Previous BrightPay experience is essential</li><li>Available to start immediately or at short notice</li></ul><h3>What's on Offer</h3><ul><li>Immediate start opportunity</li><li>Initial 8-week contract with the possibility of extension</li><li>Busy and varied payroll environment</li><li>Free on-site parking</li></ul>This role would suit an experienced payroll professional who has worked in complex payroll environments and is comfortable taking ownership from day one. Experience with BrightPay and managing multiple payrolls is essential. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UG9wcHkuR3JhbnQuMjMzNzMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-11-04T14:51:04Z

Payroll Specialist

Reading, Berkshire
remote
Temporary
35000 - 40000 GBP / Yearly
Payroll Administrator 6 Month Fixed-Term Contract £40,000 Theale (3 days per week in the office)<h3>The Opportunity:</h3>A well-established organisation is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to join the business on a 6-month fixed-term contract. Reporting into the Finance team, you will take responsibility for the accurate and timely processing of payroll, ensuring compliance with current legislation and providing a high level of support to employees and stakeholders.This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and can confidently manage payroll processes with minimal supervision.<h3>Key Responsibilities:</h3><ul><li>Processing end-to-end payroll accurately and within agreed deadlines</li><li>Managing starters, leavers and employee payroll changes</li><li>Administering statutory payments, deductions and pension contributions</li><li>Calculating overtime, commissions, bonuses and other variable payments</li><li>Reconciling payroll reports and payroll-related balance sheet accounts</li><li>Responding to payroll queries from employees and management</li><li>Ensuring compliance with payroll legislation and company policies</li><li>Supporting payroll process improvements and maintaining accurate records</li><li>Liaising with HR and Finance teams to ensure payroll data remains accurate</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><ul><li>Previous experience processing end-to-end payroll</li><li>Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation, PAYE, National Insurance and pensions</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and high levels of accuracy</li><li>Strong Excel and payroll systems experience</li><li>Ability to manage workloads and meet strict deadlines</li><li>Confident communicator with a proactive approach to problem solving</li><li>Experience working within a busy payroll or finance environment</li></ul><h3>What's on Offer</h3><ul><li>6-month fixed-term contract</li><li>Salary of £40,000</li><li>Hybrid working arrangement with 3 days per week in the Theale office</li><li>Opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive team</li><li>Immediate or short-notice start preferred</li></ul> Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UG9wcHkuR3JhbnQuMDA3NzUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-11-02T16:25:05Z

Tax Senior

Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire
remote
Permanent
40000 - 50000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Tax Senior</h1>Location: Hoddesdon Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 + Benefits Working Pattern: Full-time, office-based (5 days per week) Hours: 35-hour week | Monday-Thursday: 9:00am-5:00pm | Friday: 9:00am-4:00pmAn excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Tax Senior to join a well-established and growing independent accountancy practice with a strong reputation across Hoddesdon.The successful candidate will currently be working in, or have previous experience within, UK accountancy practice and will enjoy working in a hands-on role within a collaborative, owner-managed firm. This position is ideally suited to someone who is confident managing a varied portfolio of tax clients, building client relationships and contributing to a small, close-knit team.The firm works with a broad range of owner-managed businesses, including solicitor firms and FCA-regulated organisations, providing high-quality tax, accounts and advisory services.The RoleWorking closely with the Directors, you will take responsibility for managing a varied portfolio of tax clients, providing high-quality tax compliance and advisory support while building strong client relationships.The role will offer exposure to a varied client portfolio including:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Personal and corporate tax</li><li>Self-assessment tax returns</li><li>Corporation tax returns</li><li>Tax computations</li><li>Tax planning and advisory work</li><li>Owner-managed businesses across a range of sectors</li><li>Supporting clients with general tax queries and advice</li></ul>Your responsibilities will include:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Preparing and reviewing personal and corporate tax returns.</li><li>Preparing tax computations and supporting documentation.</li><li>Managing a portfolio of clients and ensuring deadlines are met.</li><li>Providing clients with day-to-day tax advice and support.</li><li>Identifying tax planning opportunities and assisting with advisory work.</li><li>Working closely with the Accounts team to ensure accurate and efficient delivery of client work.</li><li>Supervising and reviewing the work of junior team members where appropriate.</li><li>Supporting and mentoring trainees and apprentices.</li><li>Working closely with Managers and Directors to deliver a high-quality client service.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2>To be successful, you will:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Be ACA or ACCA qualified, recently qualified, or a strong Qualified by Experience (QBE) candidate.</li><li>Have a background within UK accountancy practice.</li><li>Have solid UK tax experience and be capable of managing a portfolio of clients independently.</li><li>Be confident preparing personal and corporate tax returns with minimal supervision.</li><li>Enjoy working directly with clients and developing long-term professional relationships.</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer?</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>Salary of £40,000 - £50,000, depending on experience.</li><li>35-hour working week.</li><li>Monday to Thursday: 9:00am - 5:00pm.</li><li>Friday finish at 4:00pm.</li><li>25 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays.</li><li>People's Pension.</li><li>Full study support for ACA/ACCA students where applicable, including tuition fees and study leave for first exam attempts.</li><li>Long-term career progression within a well-established and growing practice.</li><li>Modern offices in a convenient location close to public transport.</li></ul><h2>About the Firm</h2>The practice has built an excellent reputation through long-standing client relationships and continued growth. With an experienced leadership team and a collaborative working environment, this is an excellent opportunity for a Tax Senior looking to join a stable, successful firm and play an important role in its continued development.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuNDI1NzguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-16T13:45:59Z

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