The Role
Support end-to-end monthly payroll and CIS administration, process employee expenses, assist pensions and reconciliations, handle supplier invoices and payment runs, perform bank and balance sheet reconciliations, support month-end and cashflow monitoring, and contribute to process improvements and finance system developments.
Summary Generated by Built In
At Corston, we design and engineer beautifully crafted switches, sockets, lighting and hardware for homes around the world.
As our business continues to grow across the UK, Europe and the United States, we're looking for a Payroll & Finance Assistant to join our Finance team. This role offers the opportunity to gain broad exposure across payroll, finance operations and supply chain finance within a fast-growing international business.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in finance, broaden their experience and build specialist payroll knowledge within a collaborative and ambitious team.
The RoleReporting to the UK Finance Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the accurate processing of payroll, employee expenses and supply chain finance transactions.
You will work closely with colleagues across Finance, Operations and Supply Chain to ensure transactions are processed on time, records are maintained accurately and queries are resolved professionally.
The successful candidate will be highly organised, detail-focused and comfortable managing recurring deadlines while maintaining exceptional levels of accuracy.
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Key Responsibilities
Payroll & CIS (Construction Industry Scheme)
- Support the end-to-end monthly payroll process.
- Process payroll changes including starters, leavers, salary amendments and benefits.
- Assist with pension submissions and payroll reconciliations.
- Process and review employee expense claims.
- Support CIS administration and payment processing.
- Maintain accurate payroll records and employee finance data.
- Respond to payroll and expense-related queries from employees.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls and statutory requirements.
- Process stock supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
- Match invoices to purchase orders and goods receipts.
- Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies.
- Support weekly supplier payment runs.
- Liaise with suppliers regarding payment queries.
- Maintain accurate supplier records and documentation.
- Assist with bank reconciliations across multiple accounts and currencies.
- Assist with balance sheet reconciliations.
- Support month-end close activities and reporting.
- Assist with cash flow monitoring and forecasting.
- Ensure financial records are accurate and up to date.
- Identify opportunities to improve payroll and accounts payable processes.
- Support finance system developments and reporting improvements.
- Contribute to strengthening financial controls and procedures.
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Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
- 3-5 years' experience within a finance, payroll or accounts role.
- Experience supporting payroll processing.
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
- Confident communicator with a collaborative approach.
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Experience using payroll systems such as Paycircle or similar.
- Experience processing supplier invoices and reconciliations.
- Knowledge of CIS.
- Experience using NetSuite or a similar ERP system.
- AAT qualified or working towards an AAT qualification.
- Exposure to payroll, supply chain finance and multi-entity accounting.
- Experience working within a growing international business.
- Study support for relevant qualifications.
- Career development opportunities within a rapidly expanding organisation.
- Hands-on involvement in process improvement initiatives.
- Experience working within a collaborative and supportive finance team.
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Benefits
- Salary £33,000 - £37,000
- Annual company bonus.
- Company pension scheme.
- Annual salary review.
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- Phone allowance.
- Free on-site parking.
- Free on-site gym.
- Death in Service benefit.
- Study support and professional development opportunities.
- Ongoing training and career development.
This is a full time, office based role at our headquarters in Malmesbury, Wiltshire.
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We enjoy working together in person and find it creates a faster learning curve, stronger relationships and better collaboration across the business. Being based at our headquarters also gives you the opportunity to fully immerse yourself in Corston and learn from the people around you.
Our office is located just outside Malmesbury and is not accessible by public transport, so you will need access to your own transport.
Equal OpportunitiesCorston is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and are committed to creating an inclusive, respectful and supportive workplace.
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About
Corston is a distinguished UK brand specializing in premium switches, sockets, and lighting solutions that seamlessly blend aesthetics and functionality to elevate both residential and commercial spaces. Renowned for its exquisite finishes including Antique Brass, Polished Nickel, and Bronze, Corston offers an extensive range of products designed to inspire and enhance interior design. Their selection includes toggle, rocker, and dimmer switches, an array of outlet options, as well as stylish door and cupboard furniture, shelf brackets, and elegant lighting fixtures like wall lights and pendants. Committed to exceptional craftsmanship, Corston’s products coordinate perfectly to simplify the design process while ensuring a cohesive look throughout any space. Their dedication to customer satisfaction is evident through their prompt service and high-quality offerings, attracting glowing reviews from delighted clients. With a focus on both style and practicality, Corston is the ideal choice for those looking to transform their environments into sophisticated and inviting spaces. Discover Corston today and experience superior quality that enhances everyday living.
Skills Required
- 3-5 years' experience within a finance, payroll or accounts role
- Experience supporting payroll processing
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills
- Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines
- Confident communicator with a collaborative approach
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Office based at headquarters in Malmesbury, Wiltshire
- Access to own transport (site not accessible by public transport)
- Experience using payroll systems such as Paycircle or similar
- Experience processing supplier invoices and reconciliations
- Knowledge of CIS (Construction Industry Scheme)
- Experience using NetSuite or a similar ERP system
- AAT qualified or working towards an AAT qualification
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The Company
What We Do
Corston Architectural Detail designs, engineers and manufactures coordinated architectural products for residential and commercial interiors. Its collections include solid-brass door and cabinet hardware, hooks, shelf brackets, switches, sockets, and a broad range of lighting. The company focuses on timeless, finely crafted details that work together across a property, while controlling production in-house and selecting durable, recyclable materials with reduced environmental impact.
