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Payroll Assistant

Payroll Assistant

Delstad Recruitment • Exeter, United Kingdom
5 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
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Job description

In this role, you'll support the delivery of accurate and efficient payroll services for a broad client base. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Processing payrolls from start to finish, ensuring all deadlines are met accurately and efficiently
  • Collecting, compiling, and maintaining payroll data using payroll software and internal systems
  • Calculating payroll deductions including PAYE, National Insurance, pensions, student loans, and other statutory deductions
  • Processing new starters, leavers, salary changes, holiday calculations, and employee record updates
  • Preparing payroll reports and supporting compliance with HMRC regulations and auto-enrolment pension requirements
  • Investigating and resolving payroll discrepancies and responding to payroll-related queries from clients and employees
  • Maintaining accurate payroll records and supporting the smooth running of payroll administration processes
  • Providing general administrative support to the wider office and team when required

This list summarises the main duties of the role but is not exhaustive — you may be asked to support with additional tasks and projects at a similar level as required.

Attributes, Skills, Experience and Qualifications

We're looking for someone who is organised, reliable, and confident managing payroll processes in a fast-paced environment. Ideally, you'll have:

  • Previous experience processing payroll from start to finish
  • CIPP qualification (preferred but not essential), or relevant payroll experience
  • Good working knowledge of payroll and accounting software including Brain Payroll, BrightPay, Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage would be advantageous
  • Experience working within a practice environment (preferred but not essential)
  • Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills
  • A positive, friendly, and professional approach
  • The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines accurately
  • Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail
  • A team-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently and flexibly
  • Experience delivering excellent customer service within an office environment
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Confidence learning and adapting to new IT systems and software
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