A health services organisation operating across multiple sites in the South East has a new opportunity for a part-time Payroll Assistant in their Maidstone office.
The Payroll Assistant will provide day-to-day support to the Payroll Manager, helping to collate payroll information and respond to payroll queries. This is a key support role ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time, and that payroll records are maintained to a high standard of accuracy and confidentiality.
The role is based in their Maidstone office will initially be on a temporary basis (4-month contract), with a view to becoming permanent.
Responsibilities of the Management Accountant Role:
Collate and check payroll data each pay period, including new starters, leavers, changes to pay, overtime, and absence records
Support the Payroll Manager in the preparation and processing of the monthly/weekly payroll run
Act as a first point of contact for payroll queries from employees and managers, escalating more complex issues to the Payroll Manager
Maintain accurate and up-to-date payroll and personnel records in line with data protection requirements
Assist with the calculation and processing of statutory payments (e.g. SSP, SMP, SPP) and deductions (e.g. tax, National Insurance, pension contributions)
Help reconcile payroll data against timesheets, HR systems, and other source records
Support month-end and year-end payroll processes, including P60s, P11Ds, and other statutory reporting
Liaise with HR and Finance teams to ensure payroll information is accurate and consistent across systems
Assist with filing, record-keeping, and general administrative tasks within the payroll function
Support the Payroll Manager with ad hoc payroll projects and process improvements as required.
Requirements of the Management Accountant role:
Previous experience in a payroll, HR, or finance administration role is essential
Good numeracy skills and a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Confident communicator, comfortable handling queries from employees at all levels
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and confident using payroll or HR software sys...
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