Payroll Bureau Assistant

Location: Runcorn
Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 pro rata, depending on experience
Job Type: Full Time

Are you an experienced payroll professional looking for your next opportunity?

We are currently recruiting for a Payroll Bureau Assistant to join a friendly and supportive team based in Runcorn. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous payroll experience who enjoys working in a busy, client-focused environment and is looking to develop their career within payroll.

About the Role

Working as part of a busy payroll bureau, you will support the team in delivering accurate and timely payroll services across a varied portfolio of clients.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Processing weekly, fortnightly, four-weekly and monthly payrolls.
• Inputting and checking payroll data, including hours worked, overtime, bonuses, deductions, salary changes, starters and leavers.
• Assisting with RTI submissions and other payroll-related filings.
• Supporting workplace pension auto-enrolment administration.
• Preparing draft payslips, payroll reports and summaries.
• Responding to payroll queries from clients and employees in a professional and helpful manner.
• Maintaining accurate payroll records and ensuring confidentiality at all times.
• Supporting year-end payroll processes, including P60 administration.
• Liaising with HMRC, pension providers and clients where required.
• Providing general administrative support to the payroll team.

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Previous experience in payroll, preferably within a payroll bureau environment.
• Strong numerical skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Experience using payroll software such as Sage, Superpay or similar.
• Good Microsoft Excel and general IT skills.
• An understanding of confidentiality and data protection.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and meet strict payroll deadlines.
• A methodical, organised and proactive approach to work.
• A willingness to learn and develop within payroll.

What's on Offer?

• £28,000 - £32,000 pro rata, depending on experience.
• Full-time position.
• 23 days' holiday plus bank holidays.
• Free parking.
• Death in Service cover.
• Attendance incentives.
• New client incentives.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Friendly and supportive working environment.
• Opportunity to develop a long-term career within payroll.

How to Apply

If you have previous payroll experience and are looking for an opportunity to join a supportive team where you can develop your skills and build a long-term career, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered for this opportunity.