Payroll Assistant

Confidential; Essex; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time hours

12-month fixed term contract

Job summary

Confidential is seeking a Payroll Assistant to join a busy payroll department in a supportive team, focused on delivering accurate and timely payroll services.

You will assist with monthly payroll, process starters/leavers, handle statutory payments, respond to queries, maintain records and support pension tasks in a fast-paced environment.

This 12-month FTC offers part-time hours and a friendly workplace, with opportunity to gain public sector payroll experience.

Qualifications

• Has previous payroll experience (assistant or administrative level).
• Is highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Works well as part of a team.
• Is confident handling queries and communicating with stakeholders.
• Can manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the processing of monthly payroll.
• Inputting and checking payroll data including starters, leavers, and contractual changes.
• Supporting with statutory payments (SSP, SMP, etc.).
• Handling payroll queries in a professional and timely manner.
• Maintaining accurate employee records.
• Supporting pension administration tasks where required.

Skills

Payroll experience

Organised

Team player

Stakeholder communication

Deadline management

Job description

Are you looking for a busy and rewarding payroll role within a supportive and welcoming team? This client is seeking a Payroll Assistant to join their friendly payroll department.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering accurate and timely payroll services.

The Role

• As Payroll Assistant, you will support the delivery of end-to-end payroll services, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time. Working within a collaborative and experienced team, your responsibilities will include:
• Assisting with the processing of monthly payroll
• Inputting and checking payroll data including starters, leavers, and contractual changes
• Supporting with statutory payments (SSP, SMP, etc.)
• Handling payroll queries in a professional and timely manner
• Maintaining accurate employee records
• Supporting pension administration tasks where required
• This is a busy role where attention to detail and strong organisational skills are key.

We're looking for someone who

• Has previous payroll experience (assistant or administrative level)
• Is highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Works well as part of a team
• Is confident handling queries and communicating with stakeholders
• Can manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Experience within public sector payroll would be advantageous but not essential.

What's on Offer

• Part-time hours (flexible working pattern available)
• 12-month fixed term contract
• Supportive and experienced team environment
• Opportunity to gain valuable public sector payroll experience
• Friendly and collaborative workplace culture

If you're looking to develop your payroll career within a stable and supportive organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

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