Payroll Administrator
  • England,East of England,Essex
  • full-time
  • £14.50 - £15.50 per hour
Job Description:
Payroll/HR Assistant * Location: Ongar, Essex
* Job Type: Fixed Term - 12 to 18 months
* Hours: 35 hours per week - office based
* Salary: £26,390 to £28,210 per annum 
We are seeking a Payroll/HR Assistant to join our clients team at the Head Office in Ongar, Essex. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who is committed, passionate, and customer-focused, with an interest in building a career in payroll and human resources. This entry-level role is designed to support the Head of the Payroll/HR Department and colleagues in managing payroll and HR for approximately 1200 staff across the UK.
Day to Day of the role: * Assist with the administration of payroll and HR tasks in a fast-paced environment.
* Set up new starters and process leavers, ensuring compliance with all requirements.
* Perform calculations for tax, National Insurance, Statutory Sick Pay (SSP), Statutory Maternity Pay (SMP), and other payroll-related activities.
* Maintain accurate and confidential employee and payroll records.
* File reports and timesheets weekly and ensure accurate record-keeping.
* Handle general office administration duties, including managing correspondence, dispatching outgoing mail, recording incoming mail, and answering telephone calls.
Required Skills & Qualifications: * Experience in confidential employee and payroll record-keeping is preferred.
* Basic knowledge of payroll calculations (Tax, NI, SSP, SMP).
* Proficient in data entry and managing worksheets and timesheets.
* Ability to produce P45s and process leavers is ideal
* Strong attention to detail and good mathematical skills.
* Basic understanding of UK employment, Health & Safety, and HR legislation is ideal
* Proficiency in using IT 
* Team player with the ability to work independently and learn quickly.
* Self start attitude and ability to manage own time effectively
* Ability to drive is a must because of the office location
Benefits: * Opportunity to develop and evolve within the role.
* Exposure to a variety of payroll and HR activities.
* Supportive team environment.
* Training and development opportunities
To apply for the Payroll/HR Assistant position, please submit your CV 
Job number 1459810
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Company Details:
, Reed Accountancy
Company size: 2,500–4,999 employees
Industry: Accountancy
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