Payroll Assistant

Tailored Recruitment Partners Limited; Bradford; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company pension

Holiday entitlement

Training and development opportunities

Supportive working environment

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Tailored Recruitment Partners Limited is seeking a dedicated Payroll Assistant to manage weekly and monthly payrolls, including subcontractors under CIS. You will ensure accurate tax, NI, and pension deductions, and assist with year-end duties such as P60s.

The role requires knowledge of PAYE and NI, strong numerical skills, and proficient use of Excel. Experience with CIS and payroll software is preferred, alongside handling confidential information with discretion.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Payroll Assistant or Payroll Administrator role.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly and monthly payrolls accurately and within deadlines.

Skills

Payroll legislation

CIS knowledge

PAYE & NI

Pensions deductions

Confidentiality

Excel

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Numerical skills

Teamwork

Education

AAT qualification or payroll qualification

Tools

Sage Payroll

Construct

Payroll software

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Process weekly and monthly payrolls accurately and within deadlines.
• Administer payroll for employees and subcontractors.
• Process subcontractor payments in line with CIS regulations.
• Calculate and apply CIS deductions correctly.
• Verify subcontractor status with HMRC where required.
• Process statutory payments including:
  • Statutory Sick Pay (SSP)
  • Statutory Maternity Pay (SMP) (where applicable)
  • Statutory Paternity Pay (SPP) (where applicable)
• Calculate deductions including tax, National Insurance, pensions, attachment of earnings, and other authorised deductions.
• Ensure payroll records are maintained accurately and confidentially.
• Process starters, leavers, salary changes and holiday pay.
• Reconcile payroll reports and resolve payroll queries promptly.
• Prepare payroll journals and assist with payroll reporting.
• Maintain accurate CIS records and assist with monthly CIS returns.
• Liaise with HMRC regarding payroll and CIS queries.
• Ensure compliance with current payroll legislation and company policies.
• Provide excellent support to employees and subcontractors regarding payroll enquiries.
• Assist with year-end payroll processes, including P60s and other statutory requirements.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in a Payroll Assistant or Payroll Administrator role.
• Good understanding of payroll legislation.
• Experience processing subcontractor payments.
• Working knowledge of the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS).
• Experience calculating CIS deductions.
• Knowledge of Statutory Sick Pay (SSP).
• Understanding of PAYE, National Insurance and pension deductions.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage confidential information.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication skills.

Desirable

• Experience within the construction industry.
• Experience using payroll software such as Sage Payroll, Construct or similar.
• Knowledge of auto-enrolment pensions.
• AAT qualification or payroll qualification (desirable but not essential).

Personal Attributes

• Reliable and trustworthy.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proactive with a positive attitude.
• Able to prioritise workload and meet strict deadlines.
• Professional and approachable.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Company pension.
• Holiday entitlement.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Supportive working environment.
• Career progression opportunities