Payroll Clerk

New Appointments Group; Shepherdswell; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Shepherdswell is seeking a detail-focused Payroll Clerk to handle payroll responsibilities and support the HR team. The role offers a temporary position with the opportunity for permanence. Candidates should have prior payroll experience and strong communication skills. This is a full-time role with 37 hours per week, starting immediately.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in payroll is essential.
• A good understanding of HR processes or a willingness to learn.
• Strong communication skills with a proactive, organised approach.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process the monthly payroll for a large employee group.
• Manage all payroll administration including new starters, leavers, adjustments and changes.
• Assist with HR documentation and record-keeping.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Payroll Clerk (with HR Support Duties)

Temporary role with potential to become permanent

Location: Dover

Salary: 15 per hour

We are looking for a detail-focused Payroll Clerk to join our clients' team on a temporary basis, with the possibility of becoming permanent for the right person. While payroll will be your main responsibility, you'll also provide valuable support to the HR team, offering a varied and engaging workload.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll (Primary Focus)

• Prepare and process the monthly payroll for a large employee group.
• Manage all payroll administration including new starters, leavers, adjustments and changes.
• Carry out detailed payroll checks to ensure accuracy, compliance and timely submission.
• Act as the first point of contact for payroll queries, providing clear and helpful advice to employees and managers.

HR Support (Secondary Duties)

• Assist with HR documentation, record-keeping and maintaining accurate HR systems.
• Support HR with routine tasks such as on-boarding, absence tracking and updating employee information.
• Attend HR meetings where required, providing administrative support and note-taking.
• Help the HR team with ad-hoc projects, including well-being, culture and employee engagement initiatives.

About You

• Previous experience in payroll is essential.
• A good understanding of HR processes or a willingness to learn.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage confidential information.
• Strong communication skills with a proactive, organised approach.
• Comfortable working independently and prioritising a varied workload.

This is a full-time position working 37 hours Monday to Friday.

Immediate start required.

Temporary position initially with the prospect of a permanent opportunity for the right person.

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