So what’s it all about? As our next Senior Payroll Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring all employees are paid on time and accurately. To succeed in this position, you will be a team player, capable of forming relationships with your colleagues while also having a keen eye for detail. You will be proactive, a natural problem solver with an investigative approach. Working within a payroll team of 3, you will be responsible for the monthly payroll of our 2800 employees across all locations. You will be organised and able to manage your workload effectively. This role is not a transactional or bureau payroll opportunity. In this position, you will collaborate with a variety of internal and external stakeholders within a fast-paced environment. You will be part of a small payroll team in a broader finance department where you will have the chance to engage with colleagues across the business. As our next Senior Payroll Assistant, you will enjoy working with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders, offering guidance on all payroll matters and identifying areas for improvement. Your role is to ensure all employees are paid accurately and on time. You will have the chance to expand your knowledge and skills within payroll in a fast-paced setting, with opportunities for training and development. This role offers hands-on experience with numerous avenues for exposure within a dynamic, dedicated team environment where fostering strong relationships is essential across all departments. Key Requirements Experience in reconciliations within payroll Keeping up to date with what is going on in payroll legislation and any changes Year end experience including: P11D, PSA, P60’s Experienced in Excel such as; vlookups and pivot tables We’ll provide you with opportunities to learn new skills, grow and develop and we aim to provide our colleagues with a job for life We have many long-serving colleagues, some with over 30 years' experience with us. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a collaborative and friendly team environment. Benefits baked in All colleagues can choose from a wide range of benefits, here’s a top crust taster of what we offer: Competitive annual leave and flexibility where possible for a healthy work-life balance and recharge your batteries. Three levels of pension schemes to suit your needs. Aviva DigiCare Workplace App includes annual health checks, digital GP consultations, nutritional advice, and much more. Hovis Choice benefits platform for everyday savings, cashback and much more. Free on-site parking. At Hovis, we believe in embracing diversity and creating a welcoming workplace for everyone. Whether you're applying for a job or already part of our team, we promise to treat you with fairness, respect, and dignity. You will be valued and included here at Hovis. Does this sound like the right environment for you? If so, we would love to hear from you. To find out more about Hovis please visit our website and social media channels hovis.co.uk