Payroll Assistant

HSL Compliance Limited.; Ross-on-Wye; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Payroll Assistant, where your attention to detail and commitment to accuracy will ensure employees are paid on time. This full-time role involves processing payroll, maintaining records, and collaborating with HR and Finance. Enjoy a dynamic work environment that values integrity and offers career development opportunities. With a supportive team and a focus on compliance, this position is perfect for those looking to grow their expertise in payroll management. Apply now to be part of a people-focused organization dedicated to excellence!

Benefits

Pension scheme

25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

Company Sick Pay Scheme

Free biennial eye test

Free on-site parking

Recognition and reward incentives

Qualifications

• Experience in end-to-end payroll processing with Sage 50 Payroll.
• Strong Excel skills for data manipulation and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly and monthly payrolls from start to finish.
• Maintain payroll records and respond to payroll-related queries.
• Prepare reports for leave, sickness, and overtime.

Skills

Sage 50 Payroll

Excel

Payroll Processing

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Tools

Sage 50 Payroll

Excel

Job description

Exciting Opportunity at HSL! We're Looking for a Payroll Assistant to Join Our Finance Team!

Role Information

Location: Ross-On-Wye
FTE: Full-Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 40 hrs Monday – Friday
Salary: up to £29,000 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience)

Job Purpose / Overview

At HSL, we’re all about delivering excellence with integrity—and we want YOU to be a part of it! We’re looking for a detail-focused and proactive Payroll Assistant to join our growing Finance team.

In this role, you’ll play a crucial part in ensuring our employees are paid accurately and on time. From processing weekly and monthly payrolls to supporting financial reporting, your attention to detail and commitment to confidentiality will help keep things running smoothly.

You'll also work closely with HR, Finance, and our wider teams to provide accurate data, maintain payroll systems, and support our compliance efforts. If you're ready to grow your expertise in a values-driven company, this could be the perfect opportunity.

Contextual Information

This is a full-time, permanent position based at our Head Office in Ross-on-Wye. Reporting to the Payroll Manager, the Payroll Assistant will support payroll processing and associated tasks while working collaboratively with HR and other key departments.

About Us

HSL Compliance is a leading risk and compliance specialist, helping businesses meet health, safety, and environmental regulations. We provide expert services in water safety, hazardous materials, fire safety, and more—ensuring compliance and protecting people. As a people-focused company, we offer exciting career development opportunities and a dynamic work environment

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking an enthusiastic, forward-thinking individual with:

• A Passion for People: You're responsive, approachable, and happy to assist colleagues with payroll queries, leave, and pay matters.
• Commitment to Quality: You take pride in delivering accurate, timely payroll services and reporting.
• Technical Expertise: You have previous experience with Sage 50 Payroll and strong Excel skills, and are eager to learn and apply best practices.
• Integrity at the Core: You manage sensitive information confidentially and uphold compliance with payroll and statutory regulations.
  Collaborative Spirit: You work well with Finance, HR, and wider teams to meet deadlines and solve problems efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Process weekly and monthly payrolls from start to finish.
• Maintain the payroll and leave planning systems.
• Update and manage payroll records accurately.
• Respond to payroll-related queries from staff and managers.
• Prepare and maintain reports for leave, sickness, and overtime.
• Produce payroll reports to meet internal and statutory requirements.
• Calculate and process back pay and termination payments.
• Support the Financial Controller with payroll reconciliations and month-end processes.
• Prepare GL journals and reconcile payroll-related accounts.
• Calculate annual leave accruals and provisions.

Experience, Skills & Requirements

• Previous experience in end-to-end payroll processing.
• Sage 50 Payroll and Excel proficiency (including formulas and data manipulation).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organised, with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• A team player who thrives in a busy, deadline-driven environment.
• Experience supporting month-end processes and financial reconciliations is desirable.

Financial Rewards & Benefits

HSL is an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. We offer:

• Pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
• Company Sick Pay Scheme
• Kin Hub –
• Reward Gateway – discounts at 100s of retailers
• Free biennial eye test
• Free on-site parking
• Recognition and reward incentives

How To Apply

Please submit your application online by Sunday11th May 2025.If you have any questions, feel free to contact our HR Team at [e-mail].

At HSL, we are committed to safeguarding the well-being of our employees, clients, and customers. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS Disclosure in line with our safer recruitment practices.