At a Glance
- Tasks: Support payroll processing and administration for multiple clients in a fully remote role.
- Company: Join a dynamic team disrupting the Professional Services space.
- Benefits: Competitive salary up to £26,000pa and flexible remote work.
- Other info: Opportunity for growth in a supportive remote environment.
- Why this job: Gain valuable experience in payroll while working independently and collaboratively.
- Qualifications: Experience in payroll or finance, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 23400 - 28600 £ per year.
A member of staff will shortly be going on maternity leave, so we are looking to recruit a Payroll Assistant to work closely with our Payroll and HR Manager. This will be a fixed term contract of about nine months – though this may be subject to change. This role is fully remote.
We are looking for a highly organised, detail-oriented and proactive Payroll Assistant to join our remote-working team on a contractual basis. The successful candidate will provide end-to-end payroll and administrative support across a portfolio of clients, ensuring payroll is processed accurately, efficiently and in accordance with HMRC, pension and other statutory requirements. This is a varied role that combines payroll processing, PAYE and CIS administration, pension compliance, client communication, credit control and general business administration.
The ideal candidate will be comfortable managing multiple clients, high-volume inboxes and competing priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and confidentiality. The role requires excellent attention to detail, strong communication skills and the ability to work independently in a remote environment while collaborating effectively with colleagues and Client Managers.
Responsibilities include:
- End-to-end payroll processing for multiple clients including all associated compliance and administrative tasks
- Process PAYE payments for clients
- Update client addresses across Companies House, HMRC, BrightPay, and internal records
- Provide administrative support for wider business operations
- AML / KYC and compliance administration
- Assist with mail queries
- Manage multiple high-volume inboxes (personal and several shared)
- Carry out ad hoc administrative duties and prepare payroll reports as required by management
Person Specification:
- Previous experience in a payroll, finance, accounts or administrative role
- Practical understanding of UK payroll processes and PAYE
- Experience working with or knowledge of HMRC requirements
- Strong attention to detail and a high level of numerical accuracy
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills
- Ability to manage multiple clients, tasks and deadlines simultaneously
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Confident communicating with clients by email and telephone
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately
- Experience managing high-volume inboxes and prioritising competing demands
- Strong IT skills and confidence using multiple software systems
- Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a remote team
- Proactive approach to identifying and following up outstanding tasks
What we Offer:
Up to £26,000pa, dependent on experience
Payroll Assistant – Maternity Cover – Remote in London employer: Fusion Consulting Ltd
Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and collaboration, offering a fully remote work environment that promotes flexibility and work-life balance. As a Payroll Assistant, you'll benefit from a supportive culture that encourages professional growth and development, while being part of a mission to transform the Professional Services landscape. With competitive compensation and a focus on employee well-being, this role provides a meaningful opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team.
