Payroll Clerk and Accounts Assistant

Manpower UK; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Laptop provided

Free onsite parking

22 days annual leave + birthday

Job summary

Manpower UK in Grimsby is recruiting a Payroll Clerk and Accounts Assistant for a permanent, full-time role. You will process weekly and monthly payroll, maintain employee records, and support invoicing, reconciliations and general administration within a small finance team.

The role suits someone with payroll experience and an accounts background, with strong Excel and Sage Payroll/Accounts skills. Hours are Mon-Fri 9:00–16:30, salary £27,000–£34,000 depending on experience, with onsite parking

Qualifications

• Previous payroll experience is essential.
• Experience in an accounts or bookkeeping environment.
• Confidentiality and accuracy in payroll processes.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly and monthly payroll accurately and within deadlines.
• Maintain and update employee payroll records.
• Check timesheets, holiday records, sickness absence and payroll data.
• Respond to payroll-related queries from employees.
• Process new starters and leavers.
• Assist with pension administration and payroll submissions.
• Prepare payroll reports and maintain payroll documentation.
• Process employee expenses.
• Process purchase and sales invoices.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Assist with general office administration duties.
• Provide additional support to the finance team as required.

Skills

Payroll experience

Accounts background

Excel & Office

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Sage Payroll

Sage Accounts

Job description

Based in Grimsby, this permanent post suits someone with payroll experience and an accounts support background. Working Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 4:30pm, the Payroll Clerk and Accounts Assistant ensures weekly and monthly wages are processed accurately and on schedule, while assisting the wider finance function with invoicing, reconciliations and general administration. Strong organisational skills, close attention to detail and confidence with payroll software are essential. The salary is negotiable, reflecting the successful candidate's experience and qualifications.

Manpower UK is recruiting on behalf of a well-established client, offering a settled role within a supportive finance team where reliability and accuracy matter greatly.

Payroll Clerk andamp; Accounts Assistant Location: Caistor Full Time Monday to Friday | 9:00am - 4:30pm

Manpower are currently recruiting for a Payroll Clerk andamp; Accounts Assistant on behalf of our client. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business where you'll play a key role in supporting payroll, accounts and administration functions within a close-knit and friendly team. If you're an organised and detail-focused individual with payroll experience and a background in accounts support, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As a Payroll Clerk andamp; Accounts Assistant, you'll be responsible for ensuring payroll is processed accurately and on time, whilst also providing support across the wider finance function.

Key Responsibilities

• Process weekly and monthly payroll accurately and within deadlines
• Maintain and update employee payroll records
• Check timesheets, holiday records, sickness absence and payroll data
• Respond to payroll-related queries from employees
• Process new starters and leavers
• Assist with pension administration and payroll submissions
• Prepare payroll reports and maintain payroll documentation
• Process employee expenses
• Process purchase and sales invoices
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities
• Assist with general office administration duties
• Provide additional support to the finance team as required

About You

• Previous payroll experience (essential)
• Experience within an accounts or bookkeeping environment
• Strong understanding of payroll processes and confidentiality requirements
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Office applications
• Experience using Sage Payroll and Sage Accounts (desirable)
• Ability to work independently and manage competing deadlines
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• A professional, positive and team-focused attitude

What's in it for You

• Competitive salary of £27,000 - £34,000, dependent on experience
• Monday to Friday working hours, 9:00am - 4:30pm
• Paid 30-minute lunch break
• 22 days annual leave, plus an additional day off for your birthday
• Extra time off over Christmas while working within a skeleton staff rota
• Early finish at 12:30pm every other Friday
• Join a supportive team of just three people, where your contribution will be highly valued
• Laptop provided for office use
• Free onsite parking