Payroll Trainee: Start Your CIPP Journey with Support

Sumer Group; Uckfield; Vor Ort; GBP 18.000 - 24.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

PayAssist, part of Simmons Gainsford and the Sumer Group, is looking for a Payroll Trainee in Uckfield. This role offers hands-on payroll work and study support toward a CIPP qualification, with guidance from experienced colleagues and exposure to a varied client portfolio.

You will learn payroll processing, data input, PAYE calculations, pension contributions and reports while developing professional communication and client service skills within a supportive team.

Qualifikationen

• A genuine interest in developing a career in payroll and a willingness to learn.
• Strong numerical skills and confidence working with figures.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate work.
• Good organisational skills, with the ability to manage tasks and meet deadlines.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with a friendly and professional approach.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to ask questions, take feedback on board and develop new skills.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, or a willingness to develop these skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while gradually building independence.
• Previous payroll experience would be beneficial but is not essential. We welcome applications from candidates at the beginning of their careers who are enthusiastic about learning and keen to work towards a professional qualification.

Aufgaben

• Support the team with accurate and timely processing of payrolls for a portfolio of clients across different pay frequencies.
• Input and check payroll data, including starters, leavers, salary changes and employee deductions.
• Learn to calculate PAYE, National Insurance, statutory payments and pension contributions.
• Assist with the preparation of payroll reports, employee payslips and payroll reconciliations.
• Support the preparation of BACS payment files and ensure payroll information is processed accurately.
• Assist with workplace pension administration, including auto-enrolment and employee changes.
• Respond to payroll queries from clients, HMRC and colleagues, with guidance from experienced team members.
• Develop an understanding of payroll legislation and ensure client payrolls are processed in line with current requirements.
• Build positive relationships with clients and colleagues through clear, professional communication.
• Work towards your CIPP qualification, applying what you learn through your studies to your day‑to‑day role.

Kenntnisse

Numerical skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Tools

Excel

Jobbeschreibung

PayAssist, part of Simmons Gainsford and the Sumer Group, is looking for a Payroll Trainee in Uckfield. This role offers hands-on payroll work and study support toward a CIPP qualification, with guidance from experienced colleagues and exposure to a varied client portfolio.

You will learn payroll processing, data input, PAYE calculations, pension contributions and reports while developing professional communication and client service skills within a supportive team.