Payroll Assistant - Fixed Term 6 Months

EQ Accountants, part of the Sumer Group; Dundee; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Payroll Assistant for a fixed-term contract in Dundee. This role offers the opportunity to manage payroll for diverse clients, ensuring accuracy and compliance. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, bringing a proactive attitude and strong communication skills. With a commitment to employee growth, the company provides ongoing training and a supportive work culture. Enjoy competitive benefits including hybrid working options, generous leave, and a positive workplace atmosphere. If you're passionate about payroll and eager to contribute to a dynamic team, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Pension (up to 5% matched)

Life insurance (4 x annual salary)

Paid volunteering hours

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Hybrid working option

Private medical cover

Income protection

Continuous training and support

Social events and positive work culture

Qualifications

• Experience in a payroll bureau setting managing multiple clients.
• Proficient in payroll processes and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide payroll services on a weekly, fortnightly, and monthly basis.
• Prepare and submit reports and payslips to clients.
• Advise clients on PAYE liabilities and payroll complexities.

Skills

Payroll Management

Communication Skills

Proactive Attitude

Sage Payroll

Microsoft Excel

Education

Experience in Payroll Bureau

General Knowledge of Payroll Process

Tools

Sage

Xero

Job description

Application Deadline: 30 May 2025

Department: Business Outsourcing

Location: Dundee

Description

Role overview

We are seeking a professional and reliable Payroll Assistant to cover a fixed-term 6-month contract in our Dundee office. The successful candidate will have experience working in a payroll bureau environment, managing payroll for multiple clients of varying sizes. We’re looking for someone who can hit the ground running and contribute confidently to the day-to-day demands of the role.

While Sage Payroll experience would be beneficial, it’s not essential — we’re most interested in finding someone with the right background, a proactive attitude, and a team-oriented approach.

This position is offered as a fixed-term contract for a duration of 6 months, with the possibility of extension or permanent placement depending on business needs.

Start date: Immediate

Key Responsibilities

• Providing a payroll service to clients on a weekly, fortnightly, and monthly basis.
• Uploading payslips and other information to Sage online documents.
• Processing employee information and preparing payslips.
• Creating, evaluating, and submitting reports to clients.
• Reporting to HMRC on various issues.
• Uploading pensions to the relevant pension provider each pay period.
• Providing advice and guidance on the more complex aspects of payroll, pay, and benefits to clients.
• Advising clients of PAYE liabilities due to HMRC.
• Applying, deducting, and advising clients of any Earnings Arrestments.
• Reporting to HMRC each pay period by the required deadline dates.
• Reporting and recoverable statutory payments and Apprenticeship Levy to HMRC.
• Performing manual calculations on all elements (Tax, NIC, Director NIC, Student Loan, Earnings Arrestments & Pensions).
• Making salary & PAYE payments on behalf of clients as an approved BACS Bureau.
• Preparation and submission of monthly CIS Returns and CIS Suffered submissions to HMRC.
• Building effective and long-term working relationships with clients.

About You

• Excellent communication skills — engaging with clients over the phone and via email.
• Experience working in high-pressure environments and managing multiple projects.
• Experience in a payroll bureau setting.
• Proactive and enthusiastic attitude, eager to learn and excel.
• General knowledge of the payroll process from start to finish is beneficial.
• Experience in Sage or Xero is desirable.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.

Why work for EQ?

We are an employer who cares; supporting individuals to reach their personal and professional goals. We offer ongoing training, development, and investment in technology, fostering a supportive environment aligned with our values.

Our benefits include:

• Competitive salary
• 33 days annual leave, with additional leave after 3 and 5 years
• Pension (up to 5% employee contribution, matched by EQ)
• Life insurance (4 x annual salary)
• Paid volunteering hours
• Enhanced maternity and paternity/partner leave and pay
• Hybrid working (one day from home post-probation)
• Private medical cover (conditions apply)
• Income protection
• Continuous training and support
• EE Perks: 20% off plans plus additional codes for friends and family
• Social events and a positive work culture

If you’re passionate about people, driven by purpose, and eager to grow with a forward-thinking firm, we’d love to hear from you.