Payroll Assistant

TC Group; Scone; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Group life assurance

Cycle to work

Sick pay

Enhanced paternity/maternity leave

Extra holiday days

Social events

Benefits portal access

Employee Assistance Programme

Referral bonus

Training and development

Job summary

TC Group is a Top 20 UK accountancy firm seeking a Payroll Assistant to support our TC MMG team across multiple offices. The role offers hybrid and flexible working after probation, with part-time or full-time options and a pro rata salary of £23,000–£28,000 depending on experience.

You will process diverse payrolls, handle data securely, assist with pension administration and ensure compliance with payroll legislation, delivering high-quality client service.

Qualifications

• Previous payroll experience, ideally in an accountancy or payroll bureau.
• Experience handling weekly and monthly payrolls is preferred.
• Strong client service and relationship-building skills.
• Good communication and teamwork across the payroll team.

Responsibilities

• Process payrolls accurately and on time for a varied client portfolio.
• Collect, validate and exchange payroll data while maintaining confidentiality.
• Support pension administration and comply with HMRC and Auto Enrolment rules.
• Provide timely payroll queries support and guidance to clients.
• Collaborate with colleagues to meet deadlines and service standards.
• Take ownership of assigned payrolls with accuracy and accountability.

Skills

Payroll experience

Client service

Teamwork

Communication skills

Tools

BrightPay

Job description

Salary: £23,000 – £28,000 pro rata, depending on experience
Hours: Part-time or full-time considered, 20 - 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Working Pattern: Hybrid and flexible working available after probationary period
Holiday: 31 days annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing with service up to an additional 5 days – pro rata

Join a Top 20 Accountancy Firm That's Growing Fast

At TC Group, we're more than accountants. We're trusted business advisors helping ambitious entrepreneurs, SMEs and larger organisations achieve their goals.

As one of the UK's fastest-growing Top 20 accountancy firms, we're proud of our people-first culture, our collaborative approach and our commitment to helping both our clients and our colleagues succeed.

We're looking for a talented Payroll Assistant to join our TC MMG team. There is flexibility to work in any of our seven office locations, Dundee, Perth, Brechin, Forfar, Montrose, Blairgowrie and Kinross. If you're looking for a role where your ideas are valued, your development is supported and your contribution genuinely makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

The Opportunity

As a Payroll Assistant, you'll be an important part of our payroll team, supporting a varied portfolio of clients and ensuring payrolls are processed accurately, efficiently and on time. You'll build strong client relationships, provide day-to-day payroll support and play a key role in delivering a high-quality service. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing firm where you'll be supported to develop your skills and progress your career.

What You'll Be Doing

As our Payroll Assistant, you'll be responsible for:

• Processing payrolls accurately and on time across a variety of pay frequencies, including weekly, fortnightly, four-weekly and monthly payrolls.
• Collecting, validating and exchanging payroll data, ensuring employee information is maintained accurately and confidentially.
• Supporting pension administration and ensuring compliance with HMRC, Auto Enrolment and payroll legislation requirements.
• Providing excellent client service by responding to payroll queries and offering timely support and guidance.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the payroll team to ensure deadlines are met and service standards are maintained.
• Taking ownership of assigned payrolls, managing your workload effectively and maintaining a high level of accuracy and accountability.

What We're Looking For

We're keen to hear from candidates who can demonstrate:

• Previous payroll experience, ideally within a payroll bureau or accountancy practice.
• Experience processing weekly and monthly payrolls.
• Experience using BrightPay payroll software.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A proactive and solutions-focused approach.
• Strong teamwork skills and a collaborative approach.
• A commitment to delivering excellent client service.

Most importantly, we're looking for someone who shares our values, enjoys working collaboratively and is passionate about delivering great results.

Why Join TC Group?

We understand that choosing your next career move is about more than just a job title.

At TC Group you'll find:

• A supportive and collaborative culture
• Opportunities for career progression within a fast-growing business
• Ongoing learning, professional development and qualification support
• Flexible and hybrid working options
• A business that values innovation, individuality and fresh ideas
• The chance to work with ambitious clients and talented colleagues across the UK

Depending on your location and role, benefits may include:

• Group life assurance 4 x salary
• Cycle to work scheme
• Company sick pay
• Enhanced paternity and maternity leave
• Opportunity to purchase additional holiday days
• Social events
• Access to our employee benefits portal – GP and prescription services, cashback and vouchers on everyday purchases
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee Referral Bonus – we’re always looking for talented individuals to join our team
• Regular training and development - continuous development and support not only for your professional qualifications but also for your personal goals and aspirations