Accounts Payable Specialist - Retail

Handle are currently recruiting for an Interim Payroll Administrator with a rapidly growing international retailer. The business is expanding quickly, with significant growth planned, and the Payroll team is growing to support that expansion across UK & EMEA.This is a varied role for someone who enjoys working with data, solving queries and making sure the detail behind payroll is accurate and under control. Importantly, this isn't a role where you'll physically run the payroll. The roleYou'll support the wider Payroll function across a range of administrative, data and vendor-related activities.Key responsibilities:Check and validate payroll dataMaintain and update employee recordsManage the payroll inbox and respond to queriesInvestigate discrepancies and follow up on issuesMaintain payroll and vendor recordsLiaise with outsourced payroll providersSupport payroll audits and data requestsComplete payroll checks and reconciliationsSupport joiners, leavers and employee changesWork across UK & EMEA payroll activityAssist with process improvements and wider payroll projects What we're looking for:1-2+ years' payroll experienceGood understanding of payroll administration and dataStrong attention to detail and accuracyComfortable working with Excel and large amounts of dataExperience managing queries or a busy inboxConfident communicating with internal teams and external vendorsOrganised and able to manage competing prioritiesProactive approach to investigating and resolving issuesComfortable working in a fast-paced, constantly changing environmentExperience with outsourced payroll providers and/or EMEA payroll would be a bonus This would suit someone who wants to develop their payroll career, gain international exposure and work in a business that is growing quickly. Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Handle are currently recruiting for a Payroll Systems Analyst with a rapidly growing international retailer.The business is expanding quickly, with significant growth planned, and its Payroll infrastructure now needs to evolve alongside it. With multiple systems and outsourced payroll providers, there is a real opportunity for someone to come in and improve how everything works together.The roleYou'll be a key person in helping to make Payroll more streamlined, accurate and scalable across UK & EMEA.Key responsibilities:Manage and maintain payroll data across multiple systemsAnalyse payroll data and identify discrepancies, trends and issuesInvestigate system/data issues and work with vendors to resolve themImprove processes, data flow and system integrationWork closely with outsourced payroll providersSupport system changes, testing and improvementsChallenge existing processes and identify more efficient ways of workingWork closely with Finance, HR and IT to improve the wider payroll infrastructure What we're looking for:Strong payroll systems/data experienceExcellent analytical and problem-solving skillsExperience working with multiple systems and/or outsourced payroll providersStrong Excel and data skillsA genuinely hands-on and curious approachSomeone who isn't afraid to ask "why are we doing it this way?"Comfortable working in a fast-paced, constantly changing environmentUK payroll experience, ideally with some EMEA exposureUKG and MyTime experience would be a bonus, but isn't essential This would suit someone who enjoys getting into the detail, fixing problems and improving the way things work, rather than simply maintaining the status quo. Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Senior HR Operations Manager - London basedHybrid | 3 days per week in the office We're working with a growing media business that is currently on the lookout for an experienced HR Operations Manager e to take ownership all things HR operations, systems and processes. This is a key new hire for the team, and a brilliant role for someone who enjoys making things work better, building the infrastructure to enable the wider People function to deliver a brilliant people experience. Heading up a small team, you'll manage a wide reaching remit across the full employee lifecycle - and rather than building from scratch you will be coming into a decent set up with strong foundations. This role will be all about elevating and streamlining what they have, and futureproofing them ready for continued growth. They are keen to find someone who is just as comfortable rolling up their sleeves and fixing things as they are thinking strategically about how HR should operate in the future. Ideal candidates:You'll have solid experience working in a specialist HR Ops remitPassionate about all things HR Ops, you'll bring ideas to the table and be ahead of the curve - especially on AI and automation!Experienced driving automation, process improvement and operational efficiency.Data driven, strong on reporting and elevating systems to improve decision-making.A strong understanding of the employee lifecycle, including payroll, benefits, reward and HR administration.Knowledgeable on UK employment legislation, compliance and governance.Comfortable leading and developing a small team.Use to managing multiple projects and stakeholders in a fast-moving environment.Most importantly, you'll be pragmatic, solutions-focused and naturally curious about how things can be done better. There is continued investment and growth ahead, this is an opportunity to have real influence over how the HR operations function evolves within a growing organisation. if this sounds like you then please apply! Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

People Business Partner London (Hybrid - 4 days office / 1 day home) We are working with a global fintech company which is looking for a commercial People Partner to join their London team. This is an exciting, growing organisation of c400, a market disruptor, and at that stage of maturity you can make change happen and have a real impact. A brilliant growth opportunity for a Business Partner looking for a next step role with clear room to grow. This is a recently reshaped role in the team, a broad generalist remit covering the full employee lifecycle. It's a role in which you will balance strategic partnering with hands on delivery, translating business priorities into pragmatic people plans, coaching and advising senior leaders, and using data to drive insight. This is a sleeves-rolled-up team environment, with an entrepreneurial and agile approach rather than a process heavy corporate people function. A significant part of the role will be the ownership of the culture piece: engagement, EDI and wellbeing. You will bring a passion for creating a meaningful people experience and be able to connect EDI and engagement activity back to the wider HR strategy and business plan. Employee relations is also a focus area. You'll need to be comfortable leading on ER and managing complex and sensitive cases. Although they have a low volume of cases, the team work in very close partnership with their stakeholders, and have a high touch approach, staying close and guiding leaders through processes. About YouAround 6/7 years of progressive HR experience, with the past couple of years operating at BP level.Commercially minded, pragmatic and comfortable operating with autonomy in a fast-moving environment.A track record of leading employee engagement and EDI initiatives Demonstrable experience managing complex employee relations cases Strong relationship building and influencing skillsA drive to progress within your role and a genuine passion for what you doFinancial services/ FinTech or another regulated-sector background is a strong advantageThis is an exciting and progressive role with tons of scope to develop, broaden your exposure and grow within the business over time. It would suit someone ambitious and hungry to keep building their career. If this all sounds like you then please apply! Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

We're working with a growing theatre company based in SW London/Woking, looking for a Senior Finance Manager to lead the Production Finance function and support a busy portfolio of live productions. This is a senior, hands-on role with responsibility for a team of four, combining production accounting, technical accounting, tax, cash flow and stakeholder management. Responsibilities: Oversee weekly production reporting, providing General Managers with a clear view of pre-production costs, running profits and show-by-show performanceLead and manage a team of 3 production Finance professionals, ensuring timely and accurate production accountsOversee monthly management accounts, group reporting and production profit forecastsManage and oversee production, group, SPV and investor cash flow forecasting and reportingEnsure appropriate technical accounting treatment is applied across productions, including consolidation, equity accounting and level of control considerationsOversee taxation and compliance requirements across productions, including Theatre Tax Relief and other relevant production tax mattersEnsure statutory accounts and tax returns are completed accurately and on timeAct as a key point of contact for the annual audit, working closely with auditors and senior finance stakeholdersReview weekly payment runs and work closely with purchase ledger and payroll teams to ensure effective transactional processingContribute to budgeting and reforecasting processes, maintaining accurate show-by-show profit forecastsIdentify and lead process improvement initiatives, making effective use of existing and new finance systemsProvide technical accounting and tax advice to the Productions team and wider business Requirements:ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified accountantStrong experience within live entertainment, theatre or production financeProven experience in production accounting, ideally across multiple live productionsStrong understanding of the technical accounting, taxation and compliance requirements relevant to live productions, including Theatre Tax ReliefPrevious line management experience, with the ability to lead and develop a teamComfortable managing multiple priorities and delivering accurate work to tight deadlinesExperience of process improvement and finance systems, with a track record of improving processes and ways of workingStrong Excel and financial reporting skillsMust be able to commute to Woking and work in the office 3 days per week Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

We're working with a growing independent recruitment consultancy specialising in the creative industries, and they are looking for an experienced Finance & Freelance Operations Coordinator to join their London team.This is a varied role that sits across finance, operations and freelancer management, making it an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys having ownership, working closely with people and keeping the detail of a business running smoothly.You'll take responsibility for the day-to-day Accounts Payable function, while also playing a key role in the onboarding and ongoing management of a busy freelance workforce.From processing invoices and running payments through to managing contracts, timesheets, and compliance checks, you'll be central to ensuring freelancers have a seamless experience and are paid accurately and on time.Finance & Accounts PayableOwn the day-to-day Accounts Payable process.Process supplier and freelancer invoices accurately and efficiently.Prepare and manage regular payment runs.Reconcile invoices, payments and accounts.Manage expenses and wider finance administration.Maintain accurate financial records using Xero and other systems.Resolve invoice and payment queries promptly.Liaise with external accountants and provide information as required.Support cash-flow monitoring and financial reporting.Identify opportunities to improve and streamline finance processes as the business grows.Freelance OperationsManage the end-to-end onboarding of freelancers from booking confirmation through to their first day.Collect, check and maintain all required freelancer documentation.Coordinate contracts and ensure paperwork is completed accurately.Manage right-to-work and relevant compliance checks.Support IR35 and employment-status administration where required.Set freelancers up correctly across internal systems.Manage timesheets and ensure they are submitted and approved on time.Act as a key point of contact for freelancers regarding contracts, timesheets, invoicing and payments.Work closely with recruiters to ensure a smooth experience for freelancers and clients.Keep freelancer records accurate and systems fully up to date.We're looking for someone with around 4-5+ years' experience in Accounts Payable, Finance Operations or a similar position. Experience within recruitment, staffing, a creative agency or another freelancer-focused environment would be particularly advantageous, although it isn't essential.Strong Accounts Payable or finance operations experience.Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.Experience managing multiple deadlines and payment cycles.Good working knowledge of accounting software, ideally Xero.Strong Excel/spreadsheet and financial administration skills.The confidence to communicate with freelancers, suppliers, clients and external accountants.A proactive approach to resolving issues and improving processes.The ability to work independently while also being a strong team player.A friendly, approachable and professional manner.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing, independent recruitment business where you'll have genuine ownership and visibility across the company.You'll work in a close-knit team and have the opportunity to make a real difference to how the finance and freelance operation is managed. As the business continues to grow, there will be scope for you to develop the role, improve processes and help shape the systems that support the next stage of the company's growth.If you're an organised, dependable finance professional who enjoys combining numbers, operations and people, this could be an excellent opportunity to take on a broad and rewarding role within a creative and entrepreneurial environment.Apply now to find out more. Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

We're recruiting for a leading global media and publishing organisation seeking an experienced Credit Controller / Accounts Receivable Coordinator to join their UK finance team.Reporting to the OTC Manager, you'll play a key role in managing customer accounts, driving cash collection and supporting the wider Order-to-Cash process.Key ResponsibilitiesManage a portfolio of customer accounts and proactively chase outstanding invoices.Investigate and resolve payment queries, disputes and account discrepancies.Build strong relationships with customers and internal teams including Sales, Billing and Finance.Coordinate invoice adjustments, billing amendments and customer revisions.Maintain accurate records of customer communications and outstanding balances.Support cash application and wider Accounts Receivable activities.Work closely with the offshore AR team to ensure accurate and timely processing.Use Workday to monitor and maintain customer accounts. About YouPrevious experience in Credit Control, Accounts Receivable or Order-to-Cash.Confident communicating with customers and internal stakeholders.Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.Organised, proactive and comfortable managing multiple accounts.Experience with an ERP/finance system; Workday experience is desirable. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-profile organisation and play a key role in achieving cash collection and working capital targets. Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.