Payroll Assistant

Payroll Assistant

Full-Time 28000 - 32000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Assist with payroll processing and support the payroll team in various tasks.
  • Company: Established accountancy practice in Preston with a growing client base.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible part-time hours, and training opportunities.
  • Other info: Potential to increase working days and develop within the company.
  • Why this job: Join a dynamic team and gain valuable experience in payroll and accounts.
  • Qualifications: Previous payroll or administrative experience is preferred.

The predicted salary is between 28000 - 32000 £ per year.

Our client is a well-established and growing accountancy practice based in the Preston area, providing accountancy, taxation, payroll and business advisory services to a varied client base.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit a Payroll Assistant to join their existing team.

This is initially a part-time role working three days per week, with the potential to increase to five days for candidates who can also assist with accounts preparation and VAT returns.

Role Overview - Payroll Assistant

  • Assist with weekly, fortnightly, four-weekly and monthly payrolls for a portfolio of clients.
  • Accurately process payroll data including hours, salary changes, overtime, bonuses, deductions, starters and leavers.
  • Support RTI submissions, pension administration and other payroll-related filings.
  • Prepare draft payslips, reports and payroll summaries for review.
  • Respond to client and employee payroll queries professionally and promptly.
  • Maintain accurate and confidential payroll records.
  • Assist with year-end processes, including P60s.
  • Liaise with HMRC, pension providers and clients where required.
  • Provide general administrative support to the payroll team.
  • Where experience allows, assist with accounts preparation and VAT returns, with the potential to increase working days to five per week.
  • Role Requirements - Skills & Experience
  • Previous payroll, payroll bureau, bookkeeping, accounts or relevant administrative experience.
  • Experience processing payroll for multiple clients is advantageous.
  • Accounts preparation and VAT experience is desirable due to the potential for additional working days.
  • Pay Circle or similar payroll software experience would be advantageous.
  • Good understanding of confidentiality and data protection.
  • Salary & Benefits
  • Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 pro rata, depending on experience.
  • Hours: Three days per week initially, with potential for five days.
  • Holiday: 20 days pro rata.
  • Training: Support available for further relevant training and development.
  • Opportunity to develop within a growing accountancy practice with exposure to both payroll and wider accounts work.
  • Pension
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Bennett And Game Recruitment Recruitment Team

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