Sheridan Maine
Temporary Payroll Assistant – Central London
£180.00 Per Day | Hybrid
“Success is a process, not an event.” Gary Halbert
A well-established organisation in Central London is seeking a Temporary Payroll Assistant to support its payroll and finance function during a busy period. This contract role is expected to run for approximately six months and offers a hybrid working arrangement, with three days per week based in the office.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional to join a collaborative team and contribute to the smooth delivery of payroll services across the business.
Duties of this Payroll position will include:
- Assisting with the end-to-end administration of payroll processes
- Gathering and checking payroll information received from departments across the organisation
- Processing employee changes, including new starters, leavers, salary amendments, and other payroll adjustments
- Ensuring payroll data is accurate, complete, and submitted within required deadlines
- Supporting payroll sign-off procedures and maintaining appropriate records
- Assisting with payroll reconciliations and related finance entries
- Providing support with workplace pension administration and submissions
- Maintaining timesheet records and updating payroll systems as required
- Handling payroll-related enquiries from employees and managers
- Ensuring payroll documentation is stored securely and maintained in line with company procedures
- Assisting with statutory reporting requirements and compliance activities
- Producing payroll reports and supporting the wider finance team when required
- Undertaking additional administrative tasks to support the payroll function
As a successful Payroll Assistant, you will need:
- Previous payroll experience gained within a busy payroll or finance environment
- Sound understanding of UK payroll procedures and payroll legislation
- Strong numerical skills and excellent attention to detail
- Confident using Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
- Able to work to deadlines and manage multiple priorities effectively
- Strong communication skills and a professional approach to handling confidential information
What's on offer?
- Six-month temporary contract
- Hybrid working arrangement
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Opportunity to further develop payroll experience within a growing organisation
If you are interested in this position and would like to hear more, click "apply" now.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without restriction.
Due to the anticipated volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not received a response within five working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
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