Payroll Accounts Assistant

Lloyd Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Payroll Accounts Assistant for a 15-month fixed-term contract on the outskirts of Edenbridge. You will handle payroll processing for over 100 employees, manage payroll administration, and support HR functions. The ideal candidate has strong organizational skills, experience with Sage Payroll, and a good understanding of the construction industry's payroll challenges. Immediate availability is preferred.

Benefits

Refer a friend bonus up to £500

Equal opportunity employer

Qualifications

• Experienced in current payroll practices, preferably with Sage Payroll.
• Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail in data management.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage time efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly and monthly payrolls for over 100 employees.
• Manage payroll administration and HMRC reporting.
• Support HR functions and administer pension auto-enrolment.

Skills

Payroll practices

Data management accuracy

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of construction industry

Tools

Sage Payroll

Job description

Payroll Accounts Assistant – 15 Month Fixed Term Contract

Location: Outskirts of Edenbridge

Salary: £33,000 - £34,000 DOE

Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours/week (part time hours may be considered - 4 days)

PLEASE NOTE: Must be driver due to location

Lloyd Recruitment Service is pleased to be partnering with a well-established and successful construction company based on the outskirts of Edenbridge, Kent. We are seeking a reliable and detail-focused Payroll Accounts Assistant to join their friendly and dynamic team on a 15-month fixed-term contract.

About the Payroll Accounts AssistantRole:

This hands-on position will see you working closely with the Head of Finance, HR, and IT, playing a key role within the small management team and accounts department. You will take full ownership of payroll processing and support key financial and HR functions within the company.

Payroll Accounts AssistantKey Responsibilities:

• Process weekly and monthly payrolls for over 100 employees
• Manage payroll administration and HMRC reporting (P11d, FPS, EPS, P32, year-end processes)
• Administer pension auto-enrolment
• Support HR functions
• Handle Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) for subcontractors and suppliers
• Provide cover and support to the accounts team during holidays
• Undertake other ad-hoc duties within the accounts department

The Ideal Candidate:

• Experienced in current payroll practices, preferably with Sage Payroll
• Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail in data management
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage time efficiently
• Confident in building strong working relationships across finance, HR, and site teams
• Knowledge of the construction industry and its payroll-related challenges
• Flexible, enthusiastic, and able to take ownership of responsibilities
• Amiable, friendly, and approachable manner with excellent communication skills

Additional Details:

• Contract runs until mid-January 2027
• Immediate availability preferred, ideally starting on or before 20th October 2025

Extra Information:

• Refer a friend and earn up to £500 (see website for details)
• Due to high application volumes, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you don’t hear from us within 5 days, please assume you have not been successful
• By applying, you accept Lloyd Recruitment Services’ Privacy and GDPR Policy (see website)

Lloyd Recruitment Services acts as an employment agency for this vacancy and is an equal opportunity employer.