Payroll Assistant

Location: Diss
Salary: £27,300 per annum
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Office-based

About the Role

My client is looking to recruit an experienced Payroll Assistant to join their established and supportive finance team in Diss.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a solid background in payroll and pensions who enjoys working in a busy environment and takes pride in delivering an accurate, reliable and professional service.

You will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day payroll function, working with both clients and employees to resolve queries and ensuring payroll information is processed accurately and within strict deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include:

• Processing payroll and pension information accurately and efficiently.
• Administering workplace pension schemes, including calculating and processing contributions.
• Liaising with pension providers and other relevant third parties when required.
• Responding to payroll queries from clients and employees, providing clear and helpful support.
• Handling payroll-related correspondence with HMRC and other external authorities.
• Dealing with matters including tax codes, PAYE, National Insurance and statutory payments.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date payroll records.
• Ensuring payroll information is handled confidentially and in line with GDPR requirements.
• Working to tight payroll deadlines and ensuring all work is completed accurately.
• Supporting the wider finance team with payroll-related administration where required.

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

• At least two years' experience working in payroll and pensions.
• Previous experience within an accountancy practice, payroll bureau or similar environment would be advantageous.
• Good knowledge of PAYE, National Insurance, pensions and current payroll legislation.
• Experience using payroll software; knowledge of systems such as BrightPay, Sage, Xero or QuickBooks would be beneficial.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise a busy workload.
• The confidence to communicate professionally with clients, employees and external organisations.
• The ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines.
• A proactive, reliable and professional approach.

What's on Offer?

• £27,300 salary
• 37.5-hour working week
• Permanent position
• Company pension
• Free on-site parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Company events
• Supportive working environment
• Opportunities for professional development and progression

If you're an experienced Payroll Assistant looking for your next opportunity in the Diss area, we'd love to hear from you.

Contact Rebecca at Keeler Recruitment 01603 851840 – [email protected]