Job Description
Payroll Assistant (Part-Time)
East Kilbride (Hybrid)
30,000 (pro rata)
21-28 hours per week – hours can be worked across 3-4 days or spread over five days to suit your schedule.
I am working with a vibrant and growing company currently based in Glasgow city centre, relocating to East Kilbride in May, to recruit a Payroll Assistant. In this role, you will report directly to the Payroll Manager and provide day-to-day support across a variety of payroll accounts and related tasks.
The office culture is young, energetic and welcoming. If you have solid experience within a finance role and are confident, approachable and down-to-earth, you will fit in well here. Ideally, we are looking for someone who can start in January.
Working Hours
Monday – Thursday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Friday: 8:00am – 4:00pm
Benefits
Monday to Friday working pattern
Overtime available
28 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
Work from home every Friday, plus an additional day from home following successful completion of probation
Office closed over Christmas
Career progression opportunities for the right candidate
Key Responsibilities
Set up PAYE schemes with HMRC and register clients on payroll software ready for processing. Once employee details are received, request agent authorisation and ensure RTIs are up to date.
Process payroll in line with agreed client cycles, chasing any outstanding information to ensure RTIs are submitted on time and issues are resolved promptly.
Process statutory payments including SMP, SSP and SPP.
Calculate and process holiday pay and maintain accurate annual leave records.
Manage new starters and leavers.
Process attachment of earnings orders.
Apply tax code changes.
Issue payroll documentation to clients in a timely manner.
Liaise with HMRC, DWP and other relevant third parties to resolve queries.
Set up pension schemes where required and enrol eligible employees.
Produce detailed management reports as required.
Work closely with colleagues within the finance department.
Produce and maintain clear, up-to-date guidance notes on payroll software and related processes.
Provide clients with advice and information on payroll-related matters.
What We’re Looking For
Previous experience in a payroll role
Confident communicator, particularly when speaking with clients by telephone
Strong IT skills
If you would like to learn more about this role, or hear about other opportunities I am currently working on, please contact me at (url removed).
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