Payroll Assistant

Keeler Recruitment Ltd; Norwich; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Payroll Assistant to manage payroll tasks and ensure accuracy in a friendly finance team. The role includes processing payroll data, calculating entitlements, and maintaining records. Ideal candidates will have relevant payroll experience and strong organizational skills. This position is based in Norfolk with a hybrid work option.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a previous payroll position.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll data ensuring accuracy and compliance with payroll legislation.
• Calculate gross pay, statutory deductions, and other entitlements.
• Prepare and submit returns to HMRC.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Understanding of payroll legislation

IT systems proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Payroll software

Job description

Overview

Position: Payroll Assistant

Location: Norfolk (Hybrid/Office Based)

Salary: £26k - £27k

Hours: Full-time

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for a Payroll Assistant to join their friendly and supportive finance team. This role involves managing end-to-end payroll and associated finance tasks, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll data ensuring accuracy and compliance with payroll legislation.
• Calculate gross pay, statutory deductions, pension contributions, holiday pay, and other entitlements.
• Prepare and submit returns to HMRC.
• Distribute payslips and payroll-related correspondence.
• Maintain accurate payroll files and records.
• Respond promptly to payroll queries via email and phone.
• Process supplier invoices, staff expenses, credit card statements.
• Allocate incoming funds and complete bank reconciliations to deadlines.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in a previous payroll position.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Good understanding of payroll legislation and statutory payments.
• Confident using IT systems, including Microsoft Excel and payroll software.

How to apply

If you believe you fit the skill set listed and have the right experience to be a part of this team, please send your CV to the contact provided or call Amelia for more information.