Payroll Assistant

Portfolio Credit Control; Wembley; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Portfolio Credit Control in Wembley is seeking a Payroll Assistant to join a busy payroll function. You will work closely with the Payroll Manager to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing.

Responsibilities include data entry for timesheets, new starters and leavers, plus compliance tasks such as HMRC submissions, holiday pay, and pension administration. Strong numerical ability and data handling are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Experience in payroll or finance administration.
• Desirable: experience with iTrent or CIS payments.

Responsibilities

• Payroll processing – Assisting with weekly and monthly payroll cycles, ensuring data is accurate and deadlines are met.
• Data entry – Inputting timesheets, new starters, leavers, and pay changes with precision.
• Compliance checks – Supporting statutory tasks including HMRC submissions, holiday pay calculations, and pension administration.
• Employee support – Responding to payroll queries and providing clear, helpful guidance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical proficiency

Teamwork

Payroll experience

Tools

iTrent

CIS payments

Job description

Role – Payroll Assistant

Location – Wembley

Postcode – HA9 0LH

Salary – £30k

This is a permanent, full time role

Our client is a growing communications business is looking for a Payroll Assistant to support its busy payroll function.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys accuracy, organisation, and working in a fast‑moving operational environment.

The Role

You’ll work closely with the Payroll Manager to ensure all employees are paid correctly and on time. Your responsibilities will include:

• Payroll processing – Assisting with weekly and monthly payroll cycles, ensuring data is accurate and deadlines are met.
• Data entry – Inputting timesheets, new starters, leavers, and pay changes with precision.
• Compliance checks – Supporting statutory tasks including HMRC submissions, holiday pay calculations, and pension administration.
• Employee support – Responding to payroll queries and providing clear, helpful guidance.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem‑solving.
• Confidence working with numbers and handling sensitive data.
• Experience in payroll or finance administration (or a desire to build a career in payroll).
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well in a team.
• Desirable: Experience with iTrent, CIS payments, or other payroll systems.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Fast‑paced environment with plenty of learning opportunities.
• Exposure to CIS payroll and complex operational processes.
• Supportive team with clear progression routes into wider payroll responsibilities.

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The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.