Payroll Assistant

Payroll Administrator / Payroll Officer

Location:

Stockton-on-Tees

Type :
Full-Time / Permanent

We are looking for an experienced Payroll professional to join our busy and supportive payroll team. You will manage a portfolio of clients’ payrolls from start to finish, ensuring accurate and timely processing while providing excellent client service.

• Register PAYE schemes with HMRC and maintain client payroll records
• Process client payrolls, including starters, leavers, adjustments, and statutory payments
• Handle 3rd party forms, including Attachment of Earnings Orders
• Produce and review payroll reports, manage P45s, and provide payroll journals
• Manage auto-enrolment processes and advise clients on payroll legislation
• Ensure accurate client invoicing and maintain departmental payroll files
• Keep up to date with professional standards and CPD requirements
• Support the overall workload of the payroll department and adhere to best practices

• Experience working in a busy, end-to-end payroll environment
• Excellent mathematical ability and attention to detail
• Strong organisational skills and ability to meet tight deadlines
• Competent with Microsoft Excel and good IT skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues
• Flexible, proactive, and a strong team player

• Experience using IRIS Payroll Professional (formerly Star Payroll)
• Experience with manual PAYE calculations
• Strong decision-making skills

Desire to develop a career in payroll

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys taking ownership of their work, delivering accurate payroll services, and developing their career in payroll within a supportive team.