Trainee Payroll Administrator

Bk Plus; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Bk Plus in Glasgow city centre is seeking a motivated Trainee Payroll Assistant to join our growing payroll team. This entry-level role provides full training and hands-on experience supporting payroll processing for clients across industries.

You will learn payroll legislation, HMRC requirements, pension schemes, and payroll software while building a long-term career in payroll with mentoring and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• No prior payroll experience required; comprehensive training provided.
• Attention to detail and numerical accuracy essential.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel.
• Willingness to learn and develop payroll knowledge.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the processing of weekly, fortnightly, four-weekly and monthly payrolls
• Inputting new starters, leavers and employee changes onto payroll systems
• Supporting pension auto-enrolment administration
• Assisting with payroll checks and reconciliations
• Maintaining accurate payroll records and documentation
• Supporting the team with HMRC and payroll administration tasks
• General administrative duties as required

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical aptitude

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Excel

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Tools

Payroll software

Job description

Are you looking to kickstart your career in payroll?

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Trainee Payroll Assistant to join our growing payroll team in Glasgow City Centre.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start a career in payroll. Full training will be provided, and you will gain hands on experience supporting the processing of payrolls for a wide range of clients across different industries.

Working alongside experienced payroll professionals, you will develop your knowledge of payroll legislation, HMRC requirements, pension schemes and payroll software while building valuable skills for a long-term career.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with the processing of weekly, fortnightly, four-weekly and monthly payrolls
• Inputting new starters, leavers and employee changes onto payroll systems
• Supporting pension auto-enrolment administration
• Assisting with payroll checks and reconciliations
• Maintaining accurate payroll records and documentation
• Supporting the team with HMRC and payroll administration tasks
• General administrative duties as required

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has excellent attention to detail
• Enjoys working with numbers and data
• Has good organisational and time management skills
• Has strong written and verbal communication skills
• Is confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Is eager to learn and develop new skills
• Can work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Desirable but Not Essential

• Previous office or administration experience
• Experience working with spreadsheets
• Finance, bookkeeping or payroll knowledge

What We Offer

• Full payroll training and ongoing support
• Opportunity to develop a career within a growing payroll team
• Professional development opportunities
• Full training and ongoing mentoring.
• Support towards a CIPP qualification.
• Clear career progression opportunities.
• A supportive team environment where you'll gain valuable skills from day one.

Located in the heart of Glasgow city centre on Mitchell Street our office is just a 3-5 minute walk from Glasgow Central Station, making it easily accessible from; Paisley, East Kilbride, Hamilton, Motherwell, Airdrie, Coatbridge, Cumbernauld, Falkirk, Stirling and surrounding areas