Part Time Payroll Assistant (25 hours)

Pharmacy2U Ltd; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading pharmacy organization is seeking a Part-Time Payroll Assistant to support payroll operations. Ideal candidates will have experience in payroll processing, ideally with Sage 50. The role involves assisting the Payroll Manager, processing payroll, and handling employee queries. Benefits include flexible working, 25 days annual leave, and various employee discounts, ensuring a supportive workplace environment.

Benefits

Occupational sick pay

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Contributory pension

Health Cash Plan

Employee discounts

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experience with payroll processing, preferably using payroll software.
• Understanding of tax deductions and statutory payroll requirements.
• Strong ability to maintain confidentiality with payroll data.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Payroll Manager with monthly payroll processing.
• Process new starters, leavers, and pay amendments.
• Respond to employee payroll-related queries.

Skills

Experience in payroll processing

Understanding of payroll legislation

High attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel

Education

CIPP qualification or working towards payroll-related certifications

Tools

Sage 50

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

The advertised salary is based on 25 hours per week depending on experience.

We are looking for a Part-Time Payroll Assistant to support our Payroll Manager in the efficient and accurate processing of payroll. The ideal candidate will have experience with payroll processing, preferably using Sage 50, and will be responsible for assisting in all aspects of payroll administration, from data entry to supporting the payroll manager with compliance checks and reporting. This is a part-time role, ideal for someone looking to contribute to the payroll team.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Payroll Manager with the processing of monthly payroll
• Process new starters, leavers, and amendments to pay (e.g., salary changes, bonuses).
• Ensure all statutory deductions (e.g., PAYE, National Insurance, pension contributions) are correctly processed.
• Help maintain up-to-date records of employee hours, overtime, sick leave, holiday leave, and absences.
• Help maintain up-to-date records of employee mileage and subscription claims.
• Respond to employee payroll-related queries under the guidance of the Payroll Manager.
• Support the Payroll Manager in year-end processing (P60s, P11Ds, etc.) and other ad-hoc tasks.
• Assist with the preparation and submission of payroll reports to HMRC.
• Ensure payroll data is handled with confidentiality and in compliance with GDPR.

Requirements

• Experience in payroll processing, ideally using Sage 50 or a similar payroll software is preferred but not essential.
• Understanding of payroll legislation, tax deductions, and statutory requirements.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and calculations.
• Strong communication skills, able to handle employee queries effectively.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other office tools.
• Ability to manage time efficiently and work to strict processing deadlines.
• A proactive approach with the ability to work independently but also as part of a team.
• A basic understanding of payroll-related legislation and compliance requirements.
• CIPP qualification or working towards payroll-related certifications is a plus.

Benefits

Occupational sick pay, Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay, Contributory pension, Health Cash Plan, Discounted insurance, Employee discount site, Discounted gyms, Employee assistance programme, In-house mental health support, Health and wellbeing initiatives, Social events throughout the year, 25 days annual leave increasing with service plus bank holidays or 28 days annual leave, Annual Leave buy and sell scheme, Flexible working, Cycle to work scheme, Green car scheme (subject to minimum earnings), Registration fees paid (GPhC, NMC, CIPD etc.), Long service bonus, Refer a friend bonus, Blue light card, Hybrid working (when competent), Commitment to CPD/training, Free flu vaccine, Discounts & Exclusive offers at The Springs - Leeds, 25% Discount on health & beauty purchases, 25% Discount on Pharmacy2U Private Online Doctor Services.