Payroll Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Grangemouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Payroll Assistant to join their dynamic team in Grangemouth. This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth operation of payroll services for the organization. You will be responsible for processing payroll transactions, maintaining accurate records, and providing support to employees regarding payroll inquiries. The company values its employees and offers a supportive and flexible work environment, along with competitive salaries and generous benefits. If you have a passion for payroll and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary with regular reviews

Defined contribution pension scheme

Life assurance cover

Generous annual leave allowance

Free car parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Health promotion events

Cycle to Work scheme

GymFlex gym memberships

Employee discount platform

Qualifications

• Experience in processing payroll transactions and maintaining payroll records.
• Familiarity with HMRC guidelines and payroll systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate processing of payroll transactions and records.
• Reconcile monthly reports and assist with payroll system upgrades.

Skills

End-to-end payroll experience

iTrent Payroll/HR system

Numeracy skills

Accuracy

IT skills (Excel, MS Office)

Knowledge of PAYE rules

Tools

iTrent payroll system

Job description

We are pleased to be recruiting for an experienced Payroll Assistant to join our busy Payroll team, based at the Port of Grangemouth.

This is a varied role, which will see you supporting with the provision of an efficient and effective payroll service for a range of payrolls administered across the Forth Ports Group.

This is an end-to-end payroll positions and some of your tasks will include ensuring accurate and timely processing of payroll transactions, maintaining payroll records, and responding promptly to employee payroll enquiries.

Other key duties are:

Processing all payroll information to ensure net pay, tax, pension and NI is calculated accurately in accordance with HMRC guidelines

Prompt and accurate processing of rates of pay, tax codes, leavers, new starts and transfers on our iTrent payroll system

Reconciliation of monthly reports and balance sheet items

Preparation and issue of monthly reports for our wider Finance team

Processing P11D employee benefits

Assisting with user testing and system upgrades to our payroll system

What are we looking for?

End-to-end payroll experience gained in a fast-paced environment

Previous experience working with iTrent Payroll/HR system would also be advantageous

Excellent numeracy, accuracy and IT skills, particularly excel and MS office suite

Sound working knowledge of payroll systems and procedures

Good awareness of PAYE rules including HMRC reporting (RTI)

Ability to work effectively within a small team to ensure set payroll deadlines are met

What can Forth Ports offer you?

At Forth Ports, our people are at the heart of our success and we are committed to creating a flexible, open, and friendly working environment. We can offer you:

Competitive salary with regular salary reviews

Defined contribution pension scheme and life assurance cover

Generous annual leave allowance

Free car parking

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for employees and their families

Health promotion events and other employee wellbeing initiatives, including Cycle to Work and GymFlex gym memberships

Employee discount platform offering discounts on UK wide restaurants, car rentals and holidays

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Created on 24/04/2025 by TN United Kingdom