Finance Assistant - Payroll / Tax experience required

Finance Assistant - Temporary role

£22.30 - £23.50 (inclusive of holiday pay - £38k - £40k FTE)

ASAP start - working till end of year with potential to extend (5 months initially)

PART- TIME; 2 - 3 days a week, flexibility required

Hybrid, London Canary Wharf

Are you a detail-oriented finance professional looking to develop your career within a dynamic international environment? We are seeking a motivated Finance Assistant to join our Finance & Office Operations team in London.

You will play a key role in supporting the smooth running of our finance function, primarily focusing on payroll processing, tax return preparations, and managing financial transactions related to staff. Your work will ensure accurate financial reporting aligned with UK regulations and best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for staff financial queries including onboarding/offboarding processes, reimbursements, and tax return support
• Manage payroll processing for UK and international staff, including pension schemes
• Assist with reconciliation and preparation of financial reports to support monthly management accounts
• Process payments and income transactions in line with company procedures
• Submit compliance reporting such as HMRC returns and maintain financial filing systems adhering to GDPR requirements
• Liaise with external financial partners including auditors, pension providers, and HMRC

About You

• Proven experience working in a finance environment, preferably with exposure to payroll, tax, or international finance
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across cultures
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Xero accounting software - essential
• Understanding of UK tax, benefits schemes, and regulatory compliance
• Demonstrable attention to detail, accountability, and the ability to prioritise multiple tasks
• Ideally studying for or holding an accounting qualification (AAT, CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent)
• Xero certification is a plus