We are seeking a net-new payroll professional to come in to assist the team with business as usual processing, supporting the payroll manager whilst the business goes through payroll transformation.
Client Details
Well established business within the Education and Training sector
Approx. 700+ employees across the business
Trading for over 20 years within the West London / Great London region (head office in Uxbridge)
Supportive, friendly environment
Predominately office based but ad hoc hybrid availabilityDescription
Payroll Assistant
Manage the internal monthly payroll system, ensuring timely and accurate payment to all employees.
Calculate payroll adjustments and deductions in accordance with organisational pay policies and approved procedures.
Process payments including overtime, statutory and occupational entitlements (e.g., PAYE, NI, SMP, SSP, SPP, OMP), pension contributions, earnings attachments, holiday pay, salary amendments, increments, and annual pay awards.
Assist with testing system updates, particularly those related to statutory rate changes for entitlements such as SMP, SSP, and SPP.
Ensure prompt and accurate processing of new starters and leavers to maintain correct payroll records.
Support the preparation of year-end and monthly pension returns, ensuring accurate reporting of employer and employee contributions to relevant pension schemes.
Administer pension auto-enrolment for eligible staff, ensuring correct documentation is completed for scheme entry.Profile
A successful Payroll Assistant should have:
Proven experience in payroll processing, ideally approx. 2 years
Can start on short notice / immediately
HIGHLY DESIRABLE: Exposure working with TPS (teachers pension) and LGPS (local govt. pension)
Strong knowledge of payroll regulations and statutory compliance
Proficiency in payroll software and Microsoft Excel
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.
Effective communication skills to liaise with employees and departments.
A proactive approach to problem-solving and meeting deadlines.
Commutable distance to UxbridgeJob Offer
Payroll Assistant
Salary: Ranging from £17.00 to £21.00 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay)
Opportunity to work within an exciting environment, going through Payroll transformation!
Temporary position - likelihood of transitioning across to a permanent role
Located in Uxbridge - good transport links and free parking on site!
Office based typically 4 days per week with work from home 1 day per week
36 hours per week