Payroll Assistant

Jones Bros Civil Engineering UK Ltd; Wales; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic organisation in the United Kingdom is seeking a full-time Payroll Assistant to support payroll processing for approximately 500 employees. The successful candidate will manage payroll records, ensure compliance with regulations, and resolve payroll issues. Strong organisational skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office are essential. The role offers opportunities for professional development in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Learning development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a payroll role.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support accurate payroll processing for approximately 500 employees.
• Update payroll records with changes to employee information.
• Resolve payroll issues by identifying discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with payroll regulations and guidelines.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Proactive approach

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

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The Role

We are looking for an experienced, organised, and confident individual to join our dynamic organisation as a full time Payroll Assistant.

Our office hours are Monday to Friday inclusive 8.30am-5.30pm.

The successful candidate will join our small Payroll Team in Ruthin and report directly to our Senior Payroll Officer. Working in a small team means that you will be given plenty of exposure to a variety of payroll matters in a supportive working environment to develop and enhance your already existing knowledge and experience.

Responsibilities

• Support accurate payroll processing by collecting and inputting data for weekly and monthly payroll of approximately 500 employees.
• Deliver high-quality administrative support across all aspects of the role, maintaining accurate records, documentation, and internal communications.
• Update payroll records by making changes to employee information, including applying deductions, changes in employment contracts, and adjusting wages/salaries.
• Resolve payroll issues by identifying and correcting discrepancies through gathering and analysing relevant data.
• Respond to payroll-related inquiries from employees and management, providing clear and accurate information.
• Ensure smooth payroll operations by following established policies and procedures and reporting necessary changes when required.
• Maintain confidentiality by safeguarding employee information and protecting the integrity of payroll operations.
• Assist with HMRC submissions by helping to prepare and submit statutory returns.
• Stay informed on payroll regulations by keeping up with the latest payroll legislation and HMRC guidelines to ensure compliance.
• Perform any additional duties that may be deemed appropriate for the role.

What we are looking for

• Previous experience in a payroll role.
• Previous experience processing P11D’s is desirable.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• A proactive and flexible approach, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team with other departments such as Human Resources.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to work confidentially and exercise tact and diplomacy when dealing with sensitive matters.
• Competency in using Microsoft Excel, Word, Teams and Outlook.

Training and Development

We believe in developing our staff through building experience on the job as well as further professional qualifications where appropriate for the role.

What you’ll get in return

In this busy and varied role, you will be given the opportunity to make a positive impact and real contribution to ongoing improvements within a progressive and successful business. We also offer a competitive salary and learning development opportunities.

What Next?

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