Payroll Clerk / Finance Assistant

Payroll/Finance Administrator

Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 per annum

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm (37.5 hours per week)

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organised Payroll Clerk / Finance Assistant to join our growing Finance team.

This role is primarily focused on the accurate and timely delivery of payroll services and accounts for approximately 50% of the position. The remaining 50% of the time will be dedicated to supporting the Finance Manager with key finance administration and reporting activities.

The successful candidate will have previous payroll experience, a strong understanding of payroll legislation and excellent attention to detail. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional who enjoys working in a collaborative finance environment.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Clerk

· Process weekly and monthly payrolls accurately and within agreed deadlines.

· Collect, review and validate timesheets, overtime submissions and payroll data.

· Calculate salaries, overtime, statutory payments, deductions and payroll adjustments.

· Administer PAYE in accordance with HMRC regulations.

· Submit payroll information through Real Time Information (RTI).

· Process new starters, leavers, salary amendments and employee record updates.

· Maintain accurate and confidential payroll records.

· Administer workplace pension schemes, including auto-enrolment and contributions.

· Support payroll year-end processes, including P60s and payroll reconciliations.

· Respond to payroll queries from employees and managers.

· Monitor changes in payroll legislation and ensure ongoing compliance.

Finance Assistant

• Provide support to the Finance Manager .

• Assist bank reconciliations and other routine finance reconciliations.

• Assist with month-end activities and reporting requirements.

• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation.

• Assist with audit preparation and compliance activities.

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Person Specification

Essential

• Experience in a payroll function.

• Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation, PAYE and HMRC requirements.

• Experience using payroll/accounting software such as Sage Payroll, Xero Payroll or similar.

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.

• Excellent numerical and data accuracy skills.

• Strong organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines.

• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Excellent communication skills.

Desirable

• CIPP or AAT qualification.

• Knowledge of workplace pensions and auto-enrolment.

• Experience using Xero or other similar accounting software.

• Previous experience supporting a Finance Manager or Finance department.

What We Offer

• Salary of £28,000 - £32,000 depending on experience.

• Company pension scheme.

• EAP Service

• Employee of The Month / Year

• Longevity Bonus

• Attendance Bonus

• Free Gym Access

• Free Parking

• Ongoing training and development opportunities.

• Supportive and collaborative working environment.

  Working Environment

  If you enjoy working at pace, taking ownership and being part of a team that gets things done, you’ll feel right at home here. This is a busy, high-energy finance environment where priorities can move quickly and there’s always something happening and no two days are the same. We work hard and have high standards, but we don’t take ourselves too seriously. Expect a friendly, collaborative team, plenty of personality and a workplace where having fun along the way is very much encouraged.

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