Payroll & Finance Assistant

Enjoy a career, packaged with care, whilst helping protect food, people and the planet  

We are a key global provider of sustainable packaging solutions. We’re on a mission to make all packaging recyclable, reusable, or compostable. Every day, we ensure the hygiene and safety of food and drink for people around the world. We are Huhtamaki.   

You could be part of our vision. Because it’s our talented people that make it happen. Our people on the shop floor producing innovative, sustainable products. Our people in our offices delivering excellence for our customers every day. It’s every one of us working together.  

We offer a place where you can feel safe, be supported, and make an impact so we can all focus on the future together.   

Enjoy a career, packaged with care, whilst helping protect food, people and the planet 
 
We are a key global provider of sustainable packaging solutions. We’re on a mission to make all packaging recyclable, reusable, or compostable. Every day, we ensure the hygiene and safety of food and drink for people around the world. We are Huhtamaki. 
 
You could be part of our vision. Because it’s our talented people that make it happen. Our people on the shop floor producing innovative, sustainable products. Our people in our offices delivering excellence for our customers every day. It’s every one of us working together. 
 
We offer a place where you can feel safe, be supported, and make an impact so we can all focus on the future together. 

Your opportunity 

We’re currently looking for a Payroll & Finance Assistant for our Finance team. In this position, you will be responsible for delivering accurate, bi-weekly payroll in partnership with our third-party payroll provider, and providing financial administration support across Accounts Payable, Receivable, and reporting tasks. 
 
You will report to the Assistant Financial Controller and be part of the UK Finance team. The role also works closely with HR, external providers (e.g. pension schemes, HMRC), and internal stakeholders across the business. 

Where you’ll be 

You will be located at our Stokesley site in North Yorkshire, UK, and should be within reasonable commuting distance. 

What you’ll be doing 

• Prepare and process payroll data for bi-weekly payroll in partnership with our third-party provider. 

• Verify payslips, handle internal payroll queries, and ensure timely payments. 

• Upload monthly pension contributions and prepare annual P11Ds. 

• Generate payroll accruals, reconcile payroll-related balance sheet accounts. 

• Provide payroll data to external bodies such as HMRC and the ONS. 

• Provide support for staff monthly payroll in case of absence cover. 

• Assist in processing supplier invoices, customer payments, and credit card expenses. 

• Support finance team with general administration and ad hoc duties. 

What you’ll bring to the role 

• At least 2 years of recent payroll experience, including use of third-party payroll services. 

• Working knowledge of current UK payroll legislation, pensions, and tax requirements. 

• Strong Microsoft Excel skills (including PivotTables and formulas). 

• Experience supporting Accounts Payable/Receivable processes. 

• Highly organised with attention to detail and the ability to meet tight deadlines. 

• Effective communicator and team player, able to work independently when required. 

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent, with minimum Grade 6 in Maths and English. 

• Values similar to ours: Care, Dare and Deliver. 

What we offer in return 

• A collaborative, inclusive, and forward-thinking work environment. 

• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development. 

• Competitive salary and benefits package. 

• Flexible working arrangements where possible. 

• The chance to contribute to a sustainable future in a global business. 

What our employees say 

• “I’ve worked in Finance for two years and couldn’t go anywhere else.” — Finance Team Member 

• “It felt a little fast-paced at first but now I love it!” — Payroll Administrator 

• “It always makes me smile to read how we’re supporting the communities involved in our supply chain.” — Accounts Assistant 

Go ahead, apply today! 

If this sounds like a good fit, then we’d love to hear from you. Once we review applications, shortlisted candidates will be invited to an initial interview, followed by a practical task and final discussion. 
 
Join us. Help protect food, people and the planet. Enjoy a career, packaged with care.