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Payroll Assistant
Job Posted: 13 days ago
Salary: £ 15.38 - 17.95 / Hour
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Newark
Expire in: 15 days
Job Description
Are you an experienced payroll professional who enjoys variety and takes pride in getting the details right?
We're looking for a Payroll Assistant to join a friendly, fast-paced team for 6 months on a part time basis (2 days per week)
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in the smooth running of our Payroll operations all while enjoying flexible working hours in an office-based, collaborative environment.
The Details
- Type: Part-time office-based role
- Hours: 2 days a week
- Duration: 6 Months
- Location: Newark
- Salary: £30 - 35,000
- Reporting to: Financial Controller
- Start: ASAP - Immediate availability or short notice required
What You'll Do:
Payroll & Pensions
- Prepare and process the monthly payroll accurately and on time, ensuring full compliance with HMRC and employment legislation.
- Maintain up-to-date payroll records for starters, leavers, pay changes, bonuses, and statutory payments.
- Manage pension contributions and uploads, ensuring compliance with auto-enrolment regulations.
- Reconcile payroll reports, prepare journals, and produce statutory documents (P45s, P60s, P11Ds, payslips).
- Be the first point of contact for payroll and pension queries, providing clear and friendly support.
- Assist with audit processes, supplying accurate documentation as needed.
VAT & Statutory Reporting
- Calculate and submit VAT returns in line with HMRC deadlines.
Commission Calculations
- Calculate monthly or quarterly sales commissions based on performance targets and KPIs.
Banking & Payments
- Prepare and process payments for payroll, suppliers, and expenses via BACS, CHAPS, or online banking.
- Maintain accurate payment schedules and support timely cash flow management.
- Assist with bank reconciliations and ensure financial data is always up to date.
What We're Looking For
- Experience in end - end payroll and accounts assistant duties, ideally within a busy finance team.
- Strong understanding of HMRC regulations and payroll legislation.
- Confident user of accounting and payroll software.
- Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and organisational skills.
- A positive, proactive attitude, someone who enjoys working collaboratively and solving problems.
Why Join?
You'll be joining a supportive and professional team where your input truly makes a difference. This is an opportunity to build on your finance experience in a dynamic environment, contribute to continuous improvement, and take ownership of key financial processes. If you're looking for a role that combines variety, responsibility, and have immediate or short notice - we'd love to hear from youBefore You Apply
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