Payroll Assistant

Mpeople Recruitment North West; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible start/finish times between 8:

Supportive finance team environment

Long-term career opportunity

Job summary

Mpeople Recruitment North West is seeking a meticulous Payroll Assistant for a well-established global organisation based in Royton, Oldham. The role focuses on accurate weekly payroll processing for 100+ staff and close collaboration with the finance team and HMRC to support reporting requirements.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of payroll experience, excellent Excel/reporting skills, and a discreet, proactive approach to handling sensitive information.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of payroll experience in a busy environment.
• Strong Excel and reporting skills.
• Knowledge of PAYE, pensions, P60s and UK payroll processes.
• Organised, proactive and able to work under pressure to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll for 100+ employees.
• Produce and analyse daily efficiency reports.
• Manage payroll queries and resolve discrepancies.
• Complete UK statutory returns and payroll administration tasks.
• Ensure compliance with UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirements.
• Support pension and PAYE processing.
• Maintain confidentiality and accuracy across payroll records.

Skills

Payroll processing

Excel & reporting

Attention to detail

PAYE knowledge

Communication

Independence

Confidentiality

Problem solving

Job description

Mpeople Recruitment are proud to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established global organisation based in Royton, Oldham. We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Assistant to join a supportive finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering accurate and compliant payroll services.

The Role

As Payroll Assistant, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth and accurate processing of weekly payroll for over 100 employees. You'll work closely with the finance team while also liaising with HMRC and supporting wider payroll reporting activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing weekly payroll for 100+ employees
• Producing and analysing daily efficiency reports
• Managing payroll queries and resolving discrepancies
• Completing UK statutory returns and payroll administration tasks
• Ensuring compliance with UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirements
• Supporting accurate pension and PAYE processing
• Maintaining confidentiality and accuracy across all payroll records

About You

We're looking for someone who is organised, proactive, and able to work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines.

You will ideally have:

• Previous payroll experience within a busy environment (minimum 2 years)
• Strong Excel and reporting skills
• Excellent attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
• Knowledge of PAYE, pensions, P60s, and UK payroll processes
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively
• A professional and confidential approach to sensitive information
• Strong problem-solving and organisational skills

What's On Offer?

• Competitive salary of £28,000 - £30,000 depending on experience
• Monday - Friday 37 hours, with flexibility on start/finish times between 8am and 4.30pm
• Opportunity to join a global and well-established business
• Supportive finance team environment
• Stable, long-term career opportunity

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