Payroll Assistant

Aspirare Recruitment; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency based in Glasgow is seeking a part-time Payroll Assistant to manage weekly and monthly payroll processes. The ideal candidate will have experience in payroll, proficiency in Sage Payroll software, and strong attention to detail. The role offers flexible working hours and the opportunity to develop skills in a supportive environment. Key responsibilities include processing payroll accurately and complying with payroll legislation.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Employer pension contribution

Supportive working environment

Flexible hours

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a payroll assistant is essential.
• Strong understanding of payroll legislation and statutory requirements.
• High level of numerical accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Accurately process weekly and monthly payroll within internal deadlines.
• Maintain and update employee payroll and HR records.
• Calculate wages, deductions, overtime, and statutory payments.

Skills

Sage Payroll software

Numerical accuracy

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Payroll Assistant, Part time, 23.5 hours per week, Glasgow

Benefits

• Competitive part-time salary of £18,330 per annum for 23.5 hours per week.
• Employer pension contribution of 3%, providing long-term financial security.
• Work within a supportive and professional environment, where your contribution is valued.
• Flexible part-time hours allowing work-life balance while taking on a responsible and key role.
• Opportunity to gain experience in a critical payroll function, supporting both weekly and monthly payroll cycles.
• Exposure to a variety of payroll and HR tasks, enhancing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Accurately process weekly and monthly payroll within internal deadlines.
• Maintain and update employee payroll and HR records to ensure data accuracy.
• Calculate wages, deductions, overtime, and statutory payments in line with current legislation.
• Ensure full compliance with payroll legislation and internal company policies.
• Respond to employee payroll queries in a professional and timely manner.
• Support reporting processes and year-end payroll activities.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and high standards of accuracy in all payroll-related tasks.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a payroll assistant is essential.
• Proficient in Sage Payroll software (required).
• Strong understanding of payroll legislation and statutory requirements.
• High level of numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to work independently.
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
• Commitment to working consistently across the designated part-time schedule