Payroll Coordinator 12m FTC

Eden Scott; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established organisation in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Payroll Assistant for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will handle weekly payroll processing, ensure compliance with statutory obligations, and collaborate with HR. This position offers a competitive salary, benefits like a 10% pension contribution, and a hybrid work model.

Benefits

10% pension contributory

Excellent incentives

Private life insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume payroll environments.
• Familiarity with time and attendance systems.
• Confidential data management trustworthiness.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll and manage inputs for outsourced services.
• Maintain payroll data integrity.
• Ensure statutory compliance and reporting.

Skills

High-volume payroll processing

Proficiency in Excel

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Job description

Overview

Role: Payroll Assistant 12m FTC. 35 hours pw.

Location: Glasgow, hybrid

Package: Competitive salary + excellent benefits

Eden Scott Accountancy & Finance Division are delighted to be partnering with a well-established organisation in Glasgow as they seek an experienced Payroll Assistant on a 12m FTC on a full-time basis.

About the role

With a strong Scottish history, this organisation are well regarded for being a leader in their respective field - and have successfully expanded their reach to an international basis. Reporting into the Payroll Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for processing the UK weekly payroll whilst supporting on the monthly payroll as needed. Key duties include:

• Accurately processing weekly payroll data and managing inputs for outsourced payroll services
• Handling starters, leavers, and payroll changes with accuracy
• Ensuring compliance with statutory obligations including FPS, P11D, PAYE/NIC, and benefit deductions
• Maintaining integrity of payroll data within the time and attendance system
• Collaborating with HR to uphold process controls and support managers with system usage
• Posting payroll transactions promptly to the general ledger
• Assisting with month-end accruals and reconciliation activities
• Producing timely and relevant payroll reports for stakeholders
• Analysing key variances and providing commentary
• Generating month-end reports for final reconciliation

Qualifications and experience

• Experience in high-volume payroll environments
• Familiarity with time and attendance systems and outsourced payroll operations
• Understanding of statutory reporting (P60, P11D, PSA) and general ledger processes
• Intermediate or higher proficiency in Excel and strong analytical skills
• Clear communication style and ability to engage across all levels
• High attention to detail and accuracy under pressure
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Proactive mindset with a collaborative approach
• Confidence in handling sensitive queries and driving process improvements
• Trustworthiness in managing confidential data

Benefits and how to apply

Offering a competitive base salary and excellent benefits to include 10% pension contributory, excellent incentives and free products, and private life insurance. To be considered for this role, please submit your CV to Emma O'Connor at Eden Scott.

Eden Scott acts as an employment agency for the placement of permanent staff and as an employer in the delivery of interim solutions.