Payroll & Accounts Assistant

RECfinancial are supporting a well-known established organisation based in Leicestershire, to appoint a Permanent full-time Payroll/ Accounts Assistant to join their existing team. Working 5 days per week in the office.  The Payroll / Accounts Assistant role has the ability to be a varied and challenging opportunity, where the successful applicant would be working amongst a fantastic internal finance team.  

This would suit someone wishing to develop their Payroll knowledge and enhance their general finance skillset and development. Looking after a weekly and monthly payroll for an ever growing employee base.  Commutable from Leicester, Thurmaston, Syston, Birstall and Greater Leicestershire.

THE ROLE – PAYROLL / ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT 

The job role will be looking after the full payroll cycle working alongside the finance director, processing weekly and monthly payrolls accurately and on time. Ensuring full compliance with HMRC regulations and payroll legislation, handling employee queries regarding payslips, tax codes, pensions, and deductions. Plus, managing the processing of payroll accurately, ensuring compliance is met with all company policies.  

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE PAYROLL / ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT ROLE:

• Maintaining accurate and record payroll records 
• Check and validate timesheets, overtime, and additional payments
• Pension autoenrollment
• Prepare detailed payroll reports for senior management teams.
• Manage new starters, leavers, salary changes, and statutory payments 
• Complete monthly payroll audits 
• Assist with year-end reporting (P60, P11D).
• Reconcile payroll reports and investigate discrepancies
• Maintain strict confidentiality and GDPR compliance and liaise with HR
• Provide training and support on payroll processes 
• Prepare and export payroll data using MS Excel.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 

• Strong MS Excel and Microsoft Office and Outlook skills 
• Proven experience in Payroll Administration.
• Experience with payroll systems and reporting
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 

WHAT THE COMPANY CAN OFFER:

• Company Pension
• Competitive salary 
• Various employee benefits and discounts
• Good Holiday allowance
• Free Car parking on site

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity and apply through the web site as we would like to hear from you.   

Please note we are unable to accept candidates without UK experience or requiring sponsorship.

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