Payroll Assistant (Temporary)

We are currently looking for a Part-Time Payroll Assistant to join our clients busy team based in the Medway Towns. This will be on an initial 6-month temporary basis but has the potential to be extended/ turn permanent for the right candidate.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Payroller that is detail-oriented and comfortable working with payroll data in a fast-paced environment, as well as assisting with wider HR administration.

Duties will include:

• Collate and input payroll data, including sickness and absence information
• Submit payroll data to external providers and perform manual calculations
• Validate, reconcile, and report payroll outputs to Finance
• Handle payroll queries from employees and stakeholders
• Set up new starters and assist with internal/external audits
• Ensure GDPR and data protection compliance

The successful candidate will:

• Be available immediately
• Have previous experience in a payroll support or payroll assistant role
• Have strong numeracy skills with excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Be able to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion
• Be proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office 365

What s on offer:

• Part-time hours (18-23 hours per week)
• Competitive hourly rate (dependent on experience)
• Hybrid working (1-2 days per week in the office)
• Potential for assignment extension or a permanent position for the right candidate

Please note due to the expected high volume of applicants only suitable candidates will be contacted.

This role is being managed by Polly Alexander, Recruitment Consultant for Pearson Whiffin Recruitment.

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