Payroll Assistant

A leading international food manufacturing group is seeking an organised and proactive Payroll Assistant to join its Finance team. This role supports accurate and timely payroll delivery across multiple UK and European sites (approx. 1,000 employees).

This is a full time office based role, working 9:00 - 17:30 Monday - Friday.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support processing of multiple UK payrolls

• Act as main contact for third-party European payroll providers

• Manage month-end payroll accruals and statutory submissions (P11D, P46 Car)

• Maintain accurate time & attendance data

• Produce internal payroll reports

• Order payroll stationery and raise relevant purchase orders

Skills & Experience:

• Previous UK payroll experience (manufacturing/shift environments desirable)

• Strong Excel skills and understanding of auto-enrolment rules

• Excellent attention to detail, confidentiality, and time management

• Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work proactively within a team

Benefits:

• 23 days holiday + BH
• Holiday Buy and sell scheme
• Health cash plan
• Summer/Christmas party
• Christmas bonus
• Free parking

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established manufacturing business with strong values around collaboration, integrity, responsibility and continuous improvement.

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