Payroll Finance Analyst

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Leicester - UK

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 2 hours ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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The role:

At NEXT we are looking for a Payroll Finance Analyst to join our Payroll team at Head Office in this role you will be the bridge between payroll operations and financial reporting ensuring every detail is accurate and every balance sheet is reconciled. This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys problem-solving and wants to make a tangible impact on how we manage our global reach.

What youll take on:

  • Own the reconciliation process for monthly balance sheets including net pay taxes and benefits to ensure accurate reporting for the main finance department.
  • Investigate and resolve any discrepancies by collaborating with different departments and posting necessary journal entries.
  • Partner with external stakeholders such as government agencies and benefit providers to verify payroll data and ensure internal records align with third-party information.
  • Support audit preparation by providing reconciled data and clear explanations for both internal and external payroll audits.
  • Provide meaningful insights for management by generating and analysing reports on payroll accuracy and trends.

What youll bring:

  • Proven experience working within a busy Finance or Payroll environment.
  • A strong numerical mindset with a focus on detail and accuracy.
  • A collaborative approach with the ability to ask the right questions and listen actively to support the team.
  • Technical proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
  • A solid understanding of statutory deductions including PAYE National Insurance and Student Loans.
  • Adaptability to multitask and remain professional in a fast-paced evolving business.

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Required Experience:

IC

DescriptionThe role:At NEXT we are looking for a Payroll Finance Analyst to join our Payroll team at Head Office in this role you will be the bridge between payroll operations and financial reporting ensuring every detail is accurate and every balance sheet is reconciled. This is an opportunity for...
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Key Skills

  • Cognos
  • Forecasting
  • Hyperion
  • Microsoft Access
  • Pivot tables
  • Accounting
  • Analysis Skills
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Financial Analysis
  • Financial Modeling
  • Budgeting
  • Financial Planning

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You know Next, but did you know we’re a FTSE-100 retail company employing over 35,000 people across the UK and Ireland. We’re the UK’s 2nd largest fashion retailer and for Kidswear we’re the market leader. At the last count we have over 500 stores, plus the Next Online and it’s now po ... View more

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