Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Your new company
We are delighted to be recruiting for a Payroll Assistant to join a well-established and respected charity based in Slough. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive and collaborative Finance team, where your work will play a key role in ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time.Reporting directly to the Payroll Manager, you will support the delivery of an efficient and compliant payroll service while working closely with key stakeholders.
Your new role
- Assist in the preparation and processing of the monthly payroll.
- Maintain accurate employee payroll records, ensuring all changes are updated promptly.
- Liaise with external payroll providers, including ADP.
- Support the resolution of payroll queries in a timely and professional manner.
- Prepare for the transition P11D expense capture on the ADP system.
- Ensure compliance with relevant payroll legislation and internal policies.
- Assist with reporting, reconciliations, and audits as required.
What you'll need to succeed
- Previous payroll experience.
- Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
- Good organisational and time management skills
- Confident communicator, able to liaise with internal stakeholders and external partners
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables and VLOOKUP's)
- Good working knowledge of payroll databases and systems, preferably Sage or ADP
- A proactive and team-oriented approach
What you'll get in return
- Hybrid working is available after probation, providing flexibility.
- 25 Days' Annual Leave plus bank holidays
- Life Assurance (4 x Basic Salary)
- Free Parking
- Pension Scheme
- Company Sickness Pay
- Subsidised Private Medical
- Online Training platform
- Employee Benefits Hub to access discounts
- Supportive, friendly team environment
- Meaningful work contributing to an organisation that supports its community
- Colleague Networks (Wellbeing, Green, Inclusivity and Diversity)
- Family Friendly Policies – Includes pay for maternity, paternity, adoption, etc (if eligible)
- Access to free 24-hour virtual GP service for you and your family
What you need to do now
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