Payroll Assistant

Portfolio Payroll Limited; Wembley; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Portfolio Payroll Limited in Wembley is seeking a Payroll Assistant to support its busy payroll function. This permanent, full‑time role offers exposure to weekly and monthly payroll cycles and data entry responsibilities.

You will join a small, collaborative team, handling sensitive data with accuracy and providing clear guidance to employees. Prior payroll experience is valued, and training is provided for systems used.

Qualifications

• Experience in payroll or finance administration.
• Strong numerical and data-entry accuracy.
• Good communication and teamwork.
• Payroll systems experience is a plus.

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 HMRC submissions, holiday pay calculations, and pension administration.
• Employee support - responding to payroll queries and providing clear guidance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical proficiency

Communication skills

Teamwork

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

• 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.