Payroll Assistant

Overview

Payroll Assistant - Liverpool, Merseyside

Location:

Liverpool, Merseyside

Position Type:
Permanent, Full-time

Industry: Chartered Accountancy / Payroll & Outsourcing

Salary: £25,000 - £27,000 (depending on experience and qualifications)

• Process weekly and monthly payrolls for a portfolio of multi-sector clients
• Maintain and update payroll records including starters, leavers, and contractual changes
• Calculate statutory payments including SSP, SMP, SPP, holiday pay and pension contributions
• Submit RTI filings to HMRC and ensure PAYE/NIC compliance
• Prepare and issue payslips, P45s, P60s and other payroll documentation
• Respond to client and internal payroll queries in a professional and timely manner
• Support auto-enrolment and pension administration
• Assist the Payroll Manager with reporting, compliance and ad hoc projects
• Contribute to year-end payroll processes and deadline management
• Carry out general administrative and bookkeeping support where required

• 1-2 years' experience in a payroll bureau or multi-client payroll environment
• Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and statutory requirements
• Experience using payroll software such as Bright Pay
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Excellent attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Professional, client-focused communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive information

• Competitive salary of £25,000 - £27,000 depending on experience
• 35-hour working week (9:00am - 5:00pm, Monday to Friday)
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional birthday leave (after probation)
• Medical insurance (after probation)
• Mobile phone allowance (after probation)
• Company auto-enrolment pension scheme
• Supportive team environment with clear structure and processes