Payroll Assistant
Search are a leading recruitment agency representing a well-established client in Chester who is seeking an experienced Payroll Assistant to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a dynamic environment and take ownership of the company's payroll processes. If you have experience in payroll and are looking to join a supportive and thriving business, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities include:
As a Payroll Assistant, you will be responsible for the end-to-end payroll process. Your key duties will include:
* Processing payroll for a large volume of employees accurately and on time.
* Ensuring compliance with tax, National Insurance, pension, and statutory deductions.
* Preparing and submitting RTI (Real Time Information) to HMRC.
* Managing employee records and updating details as necessary.
* Handling employee payroll queries and resolving issues in a professional manner.
* Preparing monthly and year-end reports for management.
* Supporting the administration of benefits, pensions, and other related schemes.
* Assisting with the preparation of reports for auditing and compliance purposes.
Skills required:
* Proven experience as a Payroll Assistant or in a similar payroll position.
* Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation, including RTI, PAYE, and NIC.
* Experience using payroll software
* High attention to detail and accuracy in processing payroll data.
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage employee queries professionally.
* Strong organisational and time-management skills.
* A proactive and adaptable attitude with the ability to work under pressure.
Benefits include:
* £(phone number removed)
* 25 days holiday + 8 days bank holidays
* Pension
* Free onsite parking
* Great development and progression opportunities
* Salary sacrifice scheme
Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age