Payroll Assistant

Anderson Knight Recruitment are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Payroll & Rewards Assistant to join our clients People team. This role plays a key part in ensuring accurate payroll processing and supporting the administration of employee benefits and reward programmes.

You will work closely with HR, Finance, Payroll to deliver a seamless payroll and rewards experience for employees.

• Assist in preparing and processing monthly payroll accurately and on time

• Maintain and update employee payroll records (new starters, leavers, salary changes, etc.)

• Validate timesheets, overtime, bonuses, and deductions

• Respond to payroll queries from employees in a timely and professional manner

• Liaise with external payroll providers where applicable

• Support compliance with tax, pension, and statutory requirements

• Administer employee benefits schemes (pensions, healthcare, bonus schemes, etc.)

• Support annual salary review and bonus processes

• Maintain accurate records of benefits enrolment and changes

• Assist with reporting and analysis related to pay and reward data

• Contribute to reward benchmarking and data collection exercises

• Ensure payroll and rewards processes are compliant with company policy and legislation

• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information securely

• Support HR projects and audits as required

• Previous experience in payroll, HR administration, or finance support

• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy

• Good understanding of payroll processes and statutory requirements

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and HR/payroll systems

• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage deadlines

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Discreet and able to handle confidential information

• Competitive salary

• Hybrid working

• Generous holiday allowance

• Pension scheme

• Employee benefits package

• Opportunities for professional development