Payroll Assistant in London

Payroll Assistant in London

London Full-Time 28000 - 35000 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
Benjamin Edwards

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Manage payroll processes and ensure accuracy for diverse clients.
  • Company: Join a supportive and forward-thinking accountancy firm in Lincoln.
  • Benefits: Enjoy flexitime, hybrid work, free parking, and health cover.
  • Other info: Participate in fun team events and community initiatives.
  • Why this job: Develop your payroll career while making a real impact in a dynamic team.
  • Qualifications: Experience in payroll and strong organisational skills required.

The predicted salary is between 28000 - 35000 £ per year.

Benjamin Edwards are recruiting for a Payroll Administrator to join a well-established Accountancy Firm. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional who is looking to develop their career in a supportive and forward-thinking firm.

The Role

Reporting to the Payroll Manager, you will be responsible for delivering accurate and timely payroll services to a varied client portfolio. You'll work closely with colleagues and clients while helping to identify opportunities for continuous improvement across the department. Based at our Lincoln office, with some remote working available, your responsibilities will include:

  • Processing weekly, fortnightly and monthly payrolls from start to finish
  • Calculating PAYE, HMRC and pension deductions
  • Processing client starters and leavers
  • Managing and responding to client payroll queries
  • Providing administrative support to the payroll function
  • Ensuring payrolls are completed accurately and on time
  • Supporting audits and compliance requirements
  • Completing P11D and payroll-related administration
  • Processing payrolled benefits
  • Carrying out PAYE and pension reconciliations
  • Processing holiday pay requests and expenses
  • Assisting with payroll projects and process improvements

What We're Looking For:

Essential

  • Previous experience working within a payroll environment
  • Experience dealing with SSP, SMP, SPP and auto-enrolment
  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload effectively
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
  • Confidence working in a paperless environment
  • Professional written and verbal communication skills

Desirable

  • Experience using payroll software and HR systems, such as BrightPay
  • Experience delivering outsourced payroll services across multiple clients and sectors
  • CIPP Level 3 qualification or qualified by experience
  • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

What We Offer

As well as a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits including:

  • Flexitime
  • Hybrid working opportunities
  • Free parking
  • Free fruit when in the office
  • Annual social events and team-building activities
  • Community and charity initiatives
  • Career development opportunities
  • Dress-down days supporting our nominated charity
  • Bike to Work scheme
  • Private Medical Cover (following successful completion of probation)
  • Private Health Insurance (following successful completion of probation)
  • Death in Service benefit (following successful completion of probation)

If you are interested don't hesitate to apply!

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Benjamin Edwards, please do not hesitate to apply.

Payroll Assistant in London employer: Benjamin Edwards

Join a dynamic team as an HR & Payroll Administrator, where your meticulous attention to detail will be valued in a supportive work environment. Our company fosters a culture of growth and collaboration, offering opportunities for professional development while ensuring a healthy work-life balance. Located in a vibrant area, we provide competitive benefits and a chance to make a meaningful impact within the organisation.

Benjamin Edwards

Contact Details:

Benjamin Edwards Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Payroll Assistant in London

Payroll Processing
PAYE Calculation
HMRC Compliance
Pension Deductions
Client Management
Attention to Detail
Organisational Skills