Junior Payroll Assistant

Pro Talent; Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Payroll Assistant to join their dynamic team in Brighton. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to kick-start your payroll career within a supportive and forward-thinking accountancy practice. You will work closely with experienced professionals, gaining exposure to various payroll processes while receiving full training and support. The firm is known for its commitment to employee development, providing a clear path for career growth. If you are eager to learn and thrive in a collaborative environment, this role could be the perfect next step for you.

Benefits

Structured Development Path

Full Training and Support

Modern Working Environment

Holiday Allowance

Benefits Package

Study Support for Qualifications

Qualifications

• Experience in a payroll bureau environment is preferred.
• Willingness to learn and grow within a payroll team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with payroll processing for multiple clients.
• Ensure statutory deductions are applied correctly.
• Handle client queries professionally.

Skills

Payroll Processing

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Proactive Attitude

Education

Experience in Payroll Bureau

Tools

BrightPay

Moneysoft

Sage Payroll

Job description

Junior Payroll Assistant – Brighton
Salary: £22,000 – £26,000 (depending on experience)
Location: Brighton (flexible working options may be available)
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Are you looking to build a career in payroll within a supportive and forward-thinking accountancy practice? Do you have some experience working in a payroll bureau environment and want to develop further in a role with long-term growth potential? If so, this could be the perfect next step for you.

We’re working with a highly respected accountancy firm in Brighton that is known for investing in their people. With a strong reputation for training and internal progression, they offer an excellent platform for ambitious individuals looking to grow in a professional, client-focused environment.

About the Role:

As a Junior Payroll Assistant, you’ll work closely with a friendly and experienced payroll team to support the delivery of accurate payroll services for a varied client base. You’ll gain exposure to multiple payrolls and benefit from excellent mentorship and structured development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting with the preparation and processing of weekly, fortnightly, and monthly payrolls for multiple clients

• Ensuring all statutory deductions (e.g. PAYE, NI, pensions) are applied correctly

• Handling client queries via phone and email in a timely and professional manner

• Supporting the submission of RTI (Real Time Information) to HMRC

• Helping with auto-enrolment processes and pension administration

• Maintaining accurate and confidential employee and client records

• Assisting with year-end tasks including P60s and P11Ds

About You:

We’re looking for someone who is eager to learn and has some experience working in a payroll bureau environment, ideally within an accountancy practice setting.

You will ideally have:

• Previous payroll experience, particularly in a bureau or multi-client environment

• Familiarity with payroll software (e.g. BrightPay, Moneysoft, Sage Payroll) – training provided if needed

• Strong attention to detail and a proactive, can-do attitude

• Excellent organisational and communication skills

• A willingness to learn and grow within a dynamic payroll team

What’s on Offer:

• Clear and structured development path

• Full training and support from experienced professionals

• A vibrant, modern working environment

• Holiday allowance and benefits package

• Study support for professional qualifications (where applicable)

This is a fantastic opportunity to kick-start your payroll career in a professional, people-focused firm that truly values its team.

Interested?
Apply today or get in touch for more information about this exciting role and how it could be the perfect next step in your payroll career.