Your new company This professional forward-thinking accountancy practice are now looking to employ a new experienced Payroll Officer/ Bookkeeper to support ongoing growth. This is the chance to build a long-term career with this very reputable accountancy practice. They are also willing to consider reduced working hours to accommodate a better work-life balance if required. Your new role The role of the Payroll Assistant is to assist with the preparation of weekly and monthly payrolls for a portfolio of payroll clients. These clients range from SME to large national businesses across multiple sectors, including construction, manufacturing and retail. You will work to regular deadlines and keep up to date with payroll legislation changes as well as any other changes affecting payroll processing. You will also have additional bookkeeping responsibilities. What you'll need to succeed To be successful, you will have previous proven experience using a payroll system and ideally, have worked in an accountancy practice environment. A qualification in Payroll Practice or equivalent would be desirable. What you'll get in return You will receive a very competitive salary, excellent annual leave - 37 per year Car parking, excellent systems and support, great working environment and a genuine long-term development opportunity, hybrid, part-time or full time hours, study support What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Skills: payroll administrator accounts payroll finance admin Benefits: Work From Home Negotiable DoE