Payroll Assistant

Location: Loudwater

We are seeking a Payroll Assistant to join a busy People team in a temporary capacity. This role is key in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll for multiple colleagues.

As Payroll Assistant, you’ll help manage payroll processes, respond to queries efficiently, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement. You’ll work collaboratively within the team, supporting excellent payroll service delivery.

Key Responsibilities
 
Process monthly variable pay, overtime, and bonus payments.
Manage absence reporting via the Time & Attendance system.
Respond promptly to payroll and ad-hoc queries.
Calculate statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SPP, ShPP).
Verify new starter data in payroll and HR systems, resolving discrepancies.
Process contractual and personal details updates.
Administer P45s & HMRC starter checklist forms.
Calculate monthly holiday top-ups for compulsory overtime and commission.
Raise manual BACS payments when required.
Prepare final payslips and P45s for leavers.
Complete earning assessment forms, jury duty, and tenancy reference requests.
Reconcile variable pay inputs prior to payroll sign-off.
Collaborate with colleagues to share ideas and improve payroll processes.  What We’re Looking For
 
Working knowledge of UK tax, National Insurance, statutory payments, pensions, and year-end reporting.
Ability to explain technical payroll and pension queries clearly.
Skilled in manual calculations for pro-rata pay, holiday pay, and hourly/daily rates.
Understanding of payroll and HR system processes.
Discreet, professional, and confident in handling sensitive matters.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the business.  Why Apply?
This is a great opportunity for a detail-oriented, proactive payroll professional to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment, contribute to continuous improvement, and be part of a collaborative team.

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If you’re a payroll professional looking for a temporary opportunity, we’d love to hear from you