Hays London Ebury Gate

Finance and Tax Administrator Location: London Hybrid (35 hours/week): 2 days a week in the office for first three months of probation, 1 day/ week thereafter Salary: £33000 per annum Contract Type: Permanent About the Organisation Reporting to the Financial Controller, this role sits within a respected UK-based educational charity About the Role This is a varied and hands-on role, combining international tax administration with core finance tasks. You'll manage tax returns across multiple jurisdictions, liaise with global partners, and ensure accurate financial reporting. You'll also play a key role in bank reconciliations, cash flow updates, and supporting accounts receivable functions. Key Responsibilities Prepare and submit international tax returns across various countries Maintain accurate records of tax liabilities and payments Collaborate with internal teams and external tax partners Allocate and post daily bank receipts Complete monthly bank reconciliations Raise sales invoices and support credit control Assist with year-end audit schedules and ad hoc reporting Experience Needed 5+ years' experience in finance and accounts Experience using a CRM system and other finance systems. Experience posting sales invoices and resolving payment queries. Bank reconciliation and cash posting experience Experience working with large volumes of data. Credit control experience would be beneficial - chasing customers for payments. Excellent Excel skills Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities A proactive, flexible, and collaborative approach What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

About the Role This position sits within a shared corporate service delivering core functions-including HR, Finance, Digital, Commercial, Security, and Estates-across multiple government departments.You'll be part of a collaborative and supportive HR Operations & Services team that plays a central role in delivering high-quality HR services. The team works closely with external service providers to manage payroll, pensions, and continuous improvement initiatives.Role OverviewThis role is key to ensuring smooth and effective service delivery across HR operations. You'll be expected to maintain a balance between speed and precision, consistently delivering high-quality outcomes while fostering a positive, solution-oriented approach. Your contributions will directly support organisational goals and help cultivate a high-performing team culture. Key Responsibilities Support key projects and initiatives, including: Transition of pension administration to a new provider Review and transition of payroll services for boards and committees Updates to career break processes Accurate recording and timely reporting of sick absences Conduct data-driven analysis to identify service improvements and respond to related queries Draft clear, user-friendly guidance and communications for internal HR platforms and supporting documents Manage daily HR tasks related to payroll and pensions, including responding to queries via the HR service mailbox Collaborate with service providers to gather insights and customer feedback to inform service enhancements. Analyse overpayment and emergency payment data to support innovation and service improvement Lead quarterly overpayment review meetings, presenting data insights and impact assessments Take ownership of your projects and workload, aligning with business priorities Provide support to colleagues on complex or high-pressure tasks, promoting a collaborative team environment Person Specification We're looking for someone who brings a mix of technical capability, resilience, and team spirit. Key skills and attributes include: Excellent organisational skills and ability to deliver at a pace Strong written and verbal communication skills Confidence in following procedures and working within policy frameworks Commitment to delivering cost-effective, high-quality customer service Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and remain calm under pressure Proven ability to support colleagues and contribute to team success Analytical mindset with the ability to challenge and interrogate data Ability to work independently and make informed decisions about task prioritisation Familiarity with HR systems and processes General understanding of HR policy (desirable but not essential) What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk