Payroll Clerk

We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a well-established accountancy firm based in St Austell.

This is an office-based role, supporting the existing payroll team with a busy workload. The team currently consists of two members of staff, one full-time and one part-time.

We are looking for someone with strong payroll experience who can adapt quickly to a new environment and hit the ground running. Ideally, you will have experience processing both small and large payrolls, with previous experience working within a payroll bureau being desirable.

The position is offered on a three-day-per-week basis, although two days may be considered for the right candidate. Tuesday is an essential working day, and you must be available from 9am–5pm in the office. The remaining days and hours are flexible and can be discussed.

Our client uses Sage payroll software; however, full training will be provided if you are not already familiar with the system.

£30,000 Full time salary, paying pro rata depending on the days/hours worked.

Job Role

• Processing weekly and monthly payroll for a portfolio of clients.
• Calculating wages, overtime, tax, National Insurance, pensions and other deductions.
• Managing client payroll information, including starters, leavers, holidays and sickness.
• Preparing payslips, payroll reports and submitting relevant information to HMRC.
• Dealing with payroll queries from clients and employees, ensuring deadlines and accuracy are maintained.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a payroll role, ideally within a payroll bureau or accountancy practice.
• Experience processing both small and large payrolls.
• A recognised qualification in payroll, bookkeeping or accountancy.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work to deadlines.
• The ability to work independently and support the wider team.