Accounts Assistant

We are currently recruiting for a Payroll & Administration Assistant to join a busy and friendly team. This is a varied role that combines payroll responsibilities with general office administration, making it ideal for someone who is organised, accurate and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will support the payroll function while assisting with day-to-day administrative duties to ensure the smooth running of the office.

Key Responsibilities
Payroll
Processing weekly and/or monthly payroll accurately and on time.
Collating timesheets and checking payroll data for accuracy.
Processing starters, leavers and employee changes.
Maintaining payroll records and employee information.
Responding to payroll queries from employees and managers.
Assisting with pension administration and statutory payments where required.
Ensuring payroll deadlines are met.
Administration
Providing general administrative support to the team.
Answering telephone calls and responding to emails.
Filing, scanning and maintaining employee records.
Preparing documents, letters and reports.
Updating internal systems and databases.
Supporting HR and finance teams with ad hoc administrative tasks.
Ordering office supplies and assisting with general office duties.

About You
Previous payroll experience is essential.
Strong administration skills with excellent attention to detail.
Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Able to manage multiple tasks and work to deadlines.
Excellent communication and organisational skills.
A proactive and positive approach to work.
Experience using payroll software would be advantageous.

What''s on Offer
Competitive salary.
Supportive and friendly working environment.
Opportunity to develop your payroll and administration skills.
Immediate start available.
Temporary to permanent opportunity for the right candidate (if applicable