Payroll Assistant

Are you an organised and detail-oriented professional seeking to develop a career within payroll and finance? An innovative firm is looking for a Payroll Assistant to join their Portsmouth-based team. This organisation values accuracy, teamwork, and client service excellence, operating in a dynamic and growing environment committed to employee development. The role benefits from a modern office setting with flexible hybrid working, a friendly company culture, and a range of employee perks including health benefits, social events, and long-service rewards.

What will the Payroll Assistant role involve?

• Supporting the timely and accurate processing of timesheets
• Managing client invoicing and maintaining contractor records within internal systems
• Aiding with onboarding activities for new suppliers
• Responding to payroll, invoicing, and data queries promptly and professionally
• Contributing to continuous process improvements and team support initiatives

Suitable Candidate for the Payroll Assistant vacancy:

• Proven experience in a payroll support, data entry, or finance support role
• Strong attention to detail paired with good numeracy and organisational skills
• Effective communicator capable of liaising with contractors, clients, and internal teams
• Confident in using Microsoft Office tools and managing multiple priorities
• Proactive in problem-solving with a conscientious approach to deadlines

Additional benefits and information for the role of Payroll Assistant:

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• 23 days’ holiday plus Bank Holidays, increasing with service to 28 days
• Salary dependent on experience
• Option to buy more holiday
• Healthcare cash plan and optional private healthcare from day one
• Company pension scheme and long-service holidays
• Annual social events, awards, and recognition programmes

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