Payroll Assistant
Payroll Assistant Required
Salary – £26,000 – £28,000
Monday to Friday – 08:00 – 17:00
Experience: No prior payroll experience required. Full training will be provided.
About the Role
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Payroll Assistant to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start a career in payroll and develop valuable skills within a supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Collect, review and process weekly payroll data from multiple sites, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time.
* Validate timesheets, attendance records, overtime and other payroll-related information.
* Respond to employee queries regarding pay, tax, deductions and payroll discrepancies.
* Assist with statutory payroll requirements, including PAYE, National Insurance, statutory payments and pension contributions.
* Support the administration of the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS), including subcontractor payments and deductions.
* Maintain accurate employee payroll records and update payroll systems as required.
* Process new starters, leavers and changes to employee details.
* Assist with payroll reconciliations and payroll reporting.
* Ensure payroll activities comply with company policies and relevant legislation.
* Maintain strict confidentiality when handling employee and payroll information.
* Liaise with Operations and HR to resolve payroll-related queries and ensure accurate payroll data is received.
* Support month-end and year-end payroll processes.
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
* Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with employees, managers and colleagues.
* Good numerical and administrative skills.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
* The ability to quickly learn new systems and processes.
* Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
* A professional approach to handling confidential information.
* An interest in learning payroll processes, including PAYE and CIS.
* A positive, reliable and proactive attitude.
* The ability to work independently as well as part of a small, supportive team