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Payroll Assistant

Job Posted: 3 days ago

  • Salary: £ 29,000 - 32,000 / Annum

    Job Type: Permanent

  • Location: EN8, Churchgate, Hertfordshire

Expire in: 25 days

Job Description

Our client within the Education sector is now looking for a Payroll Assistant who will be responsible for processing their monthly payroll for approximately 400 monthly staff. Hybrid working - 4 days per week in the office. The Payroll Assistant plays a key role in the smooth running of the Trust’s payroll. You will be responsible for managing the end-to-end payroll process for all staff, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance. In addition, you may be asked to support the HR Manager with some HR administrative tasks. MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Manage and process the monthly payroll for approximately 400 staff across four schools. Ensure accurate recording of contractual changes, new starters, leavers, absences, and statutory payments (e.g., SSP, SMP, SPP). Administer pension contributions and liaise with Teachers’ Pensions and Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). Submit RTI reports to HMRC and ensure compliance with all statutory reporting requirements. Prepare payroll reports and data summaries for internal use and audits. Ensure payroll deadlines are met, and staff are paid accurately and on time. Maintain up-to-date payroll records and ensure confidentiality and data integrity. Deal with all payroll and pension related queries. KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: * Must have 2 years end to end payroll experience * Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and HR/payroll systems * Good administrative and organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads * High level of accuracy and attention to detail * Discreet and professional approach to handling confidential information * Good attention to detail and ability to meet strict deadlines * Able to maintain strict confidentiality STAFF BENEFITS INCLUDE: LGPS, 25 days annual leave, discounted gym membership Working hours will be 37 hours per week between 8am and 4pm Monday to Friday and you are required to work all year round

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