Business Manager - Accountancy & Finance @ Eden Scott | Hiring the best Finance talent for the top industries across Scotland!
Role: Payroll Assistant 12m FTC, 35 hours per week.
Location: Glasgow, hybrid.
Package: Competitive salary + excellent benefits.
Eden Scott Accountancy & Finance Division is partnering with an established organisation in Glasgow to recruit an experienced Payroll Assistant on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract on a full‑time basis. The candidate will report to the Payroll Manager and be responsible for processing the UK weekly payroll while supporting the monthly payroll.
Key responsibilities
* Accurately process weekly payroll data and manage inputs for outsourced payroll services.
* Handle starters, leavers and payroll changes accurately.
* Ensure compliance with statutory obligations (FPS, P11D, PAYE/NIC, benefit deductions).
* Maintain integrity of payroll data within the time and attendance system.
* Collaborate with HR to uphold process controls and support managers with system usage.
* Post payroll transactions promptly to the general ledger.
* Assist with month‑end accruals and reconciliation activities.
* Produce timely and relevant payroll reports for stakeholders.
* Analyse key variances and provide commentary.
* Generate month‑end reports for final reconciliation.
Required experience and skills
* Experience in high‑volume payroll environments.
* Familiarity with time and attendance systems and outsourced payroll operations.
* Understanding of statutory reporting (P60, P11D, PSA) and general ledger processes.
* Intermediate or higher proficiency in Excel and strong analytical skills.
* Clear communication style and ability to engage across all levels.
* High attention to detail and accuracy under pressure.
* Strong organisational and time‑management skills.
* Proactive mindset with a collaborative approach.
* Confidence in handling sensitive queries and driving process improvements.
* Trustworthiness in managing confidential data.
Offering a competitive base salary and excellent benefits, including 10% pension contributory, incentives, free products and private life insurance.
To be considered, please submit your CV to Emma O'Connor at Eden Scott.
Eden Scott acts as an employment agency for the placement of permanent staff and as an employer in the delivery of interim solutions.
Seniority level
* Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
* Contract
Job function
* Accounting/Auditing
Industries
* Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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