Part Time Payroll Assistant

Sewell Wallis are working with a brilliant business based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, who are looking for a Payroll Assistant to join their team on a part time basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a large, reputable organisation with a strong presence across the UK and beyond. They are looking for someone to work 30 hours across 5 days with flexibility around start and finish times, making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a better work life balance.

This position would suit someone with payroll, accounts or HR experience, with strong numerical administrative skills. This role will allow you to add value within a thriving business whilst working in a lovely team and enjoying the flexibility it offers as well as some great additional benefits.

What will you be doing?

• Acting as a key point of contact between the business and the third party payroll provider, ensuring service levels are met.
• Supporting with the reconciliation of payroll data, ensuring accuracy and completeness prior to approval.
• Assisting with end to end payroll processes, including handling queries and supporting HR colleagues.
• Providing guidance on payroll related queries, including PAYE, benefits and deductions.
• Supporting with pension administration, including contribution uploads and compliance with deadlines.
• Assisting with the administration of employee benefits and reward processes.
• Processing ad hoc and out of cycle payments, ensuring appropriate controls are in place.
• Supporting with year end processes, including P11Ds.
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring audit and compliance requirements are met.
• Keeping up to date with payroll legislation and supporting with any required changes.

What skills are we looking for?

• Previous experience within HR and payroll and/or finance and accounts.
• Understanding of PAYE and payroll processes.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Good IT skills, including use of Excel.
• High attention to detail and ability to work to deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach.

What's on offer?

• 30 hour working week, with flexibility on start and finish times.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays, plus Christmas shutdown.
• Competitive pension scheme (up to 7.5% employer contribution).
• Up to 4 life insurance.
• Access to retail discounts.
• Free parking.