Payroll Assistant

Our client is a well-established and growing accountancy practice based in the Preston area, providing accountancy, taxation, payroll and business advisory services to a varied client base. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit a Payroll Assistant to join their existing team. This is initially a part-time role working three days per week, with the potential to increase to five days for candidates who can also assist with accounts preparation and VAT returns. Role Overview - Payroll Assistant Assist with weekly, fortnightly, four-weekly and monthly payrolls for a portfolio of clients.Accurately process payroll data including hours, salary changes, overtime, bonuses, deductions, starters and leavers.Support RTI submissions, pension administration and other payroll-related filings.Prepare draft payslips, reports and payroll summaries for review.Respond to client and employee payroll queries professionally and promptly.Maintain accurate and confidential payroll records.Assist with year-end processes, including P60s.Liaise with HMRC, pension providers and clients where required.Provide general administrative support to the payroll team.Where experience allows, assist with accounts preparation and VAT returns, with the potential to increase working days to five per week. Role Requirements - Skills and Experience Previous payroll, payroll bureau, bookkeeping, accounts or relevant administrative experience.Experience processing payroll for multiple clients is ..... full job details .....