Payroll Assistant

Confidential; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Bank Holidays

Free Parking

Death in Service

Cycle to Work Scheme

Staff Socials

Modern Offices

Xmas Closure

Job summary

Office Angels UK is seeking a Payroll Assistant in Yeovil to manage weekly, fortnightly and monthly payrolls for a varied client base. The role requires accurate processing, strong client communication and adherence to deadlines in a supportive environment.

The successful candidate will handle new client set ups, RTI submissions, auto-enrolment pensions and ongoing payroll queries, with a clear path to CIPP Level 3 qualifications and career development.

Qualifications

• Experience in payroll administration.
• Strong understanding of payroll legislation and compliance requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Confident communication skills and a professional telephone manner.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritise workloads effectively.
• Proactive approach and willingness to support the wider team.

Responsibilities

• Processing weekly, fortnightly and monthly payrolls for a variety of clients.
• Setting up new payroll clients and HMRC accounts.
• Processing starters, leavers and payroll amendments.
• Submitting RTI reports to HMRC.
• Issuing employee payslips and payroll summaries to clients.
• Managing auto-enrolment pension submissions and reconciliations.
• Calculating and reconciling PAYE payments and Attachment of Earnings Orders.
• Liaising with pension providers regarding client schemes.
• Responding to payroll-related queries from clients and HMRC.
• Ensuring compliance with payroll legislation and filing deadlines.
• Supporting colleagues across the wider team as required.
• Assisting with administrative duties, system updates and general office support.
• Providing clients with up-to-date information on payroll legislation changes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multitasking

Payroll software

Deadline management

Education

CIPP Level 3

Tools

Payroll software

Job description

Job Title: Payroll Assistant

Location: Yeovil, Somerset

Salary: 28,000 - 31,000 PA DOE

Hours: 30-37.5 hours, Monday to Friday flexible dependant on the candidate. The company also offers flexi time with 10-4 being the core hours

• 25 days plus Bank Holidays
• Xmas Closure
• Free Parking
• Death in Service
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Staff Socials
• Modern Offices

Are you experienced in payroll looking for your next opportunity within a friendly and professional business? We're working with a well-established and growing accountancy practice in Yeovil who are looking to add a detail-focused payroll professional to their team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys managing payroll processes, building strong client relationships, and working in a supportive environment where accuracy and customer service are highly valued. They are always developing their staff and will fully support you with further qualifications and achieving your CIPP Level 3

The Role

• Processing weekly, fortnightly and monthly payrolls for a variety of clients
• Setting up new payroll clients and HMRC accounts
• Processing starters, leavers and payroll amendments
• Submitting RTI reports to HMRC
• Issuing employee payslips and payroll summaries to clients
• Managing auto-enrolment pension submissions and reconciliations
• Calculating and reconciling PAYE payments and Attachment of Earnings Orders
• Liaising with pension providers regarding client schemes
• Responding to payroll-related queries from clients and HMRC
• Ensuring compliance with payroll legislation and filing deadlines
• Supporting colleagues across the wider team as required
• Assisting with administrative duties, system updates and general office support
• Providing clients with up-to-date information on payroll legislation changes

About You

• Previous payroll administration experience
• Strong understanding of payroll legislation and compliance requirements
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Confident communication skills and a professional telephone manner
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritise workloads effectively
• Strong IT skills and experience using payroll software
• A proactive approach and willingness to support the wider team

If you're an organised and reliable payroll professional looking for a new challenge, we'd love to hear from you.

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