Experienced Payroll Assistant, London HA8 7DB

Pinnick Lewis LLP, a professional UK payroll bureau serving over 300 clients nationwide, is seeking an experienced Payroll Assistant. This role requires strong technical understanding of UK payroll legislation, exceptional accuracy, and the ability to operate within a corporate, high-volume, client-focused environment.

The role is purely office based, Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm.

Key Responsibilities

· Process weekly and monthly payrolls accurately and on schedule.

· Verify timesheets, attendance data and hours worked across multiple UK client accounts.

· Administer PAYE, National Insurance, statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SPP, SAP) and other payroll adjustments.

· Prepare and submit RTI filings including FPS and EPS submissions.

· Manage new starters, leavers and contractual changes in accordance with HMRC requirements.

· Respond to client payroll queries promptly and professionally.

· Dealing with CIS returns.

· Maintain accurate employee payroll records and ensure GDPR compliance.

· Assist with payroll reporting, pension uploads, and auto-enrolment duties.

· Support year-end processing including P60s, P11Ds, and reconciliation tasks.

Skills & Experience

· Proven experience within a payroll assistant or bureau payroll role.

· Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation, HMRC requirements and statutory processes.

· Competence using payroll software and Microsoft Excel.

· High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

· Ability to work across multiple client deadlines in a corporate environment.

· Strong communication and professional client-handling skills.

· Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.

Desirable Attributes

· Experience in a multi-client UK payroll bureau setting.

· Familiarity with auto-enrolment pension schemes and provider portals.

· Experience using Payroll Manager, BrightPay or similar payroll systems.

Applications are only being accepted via Indeed, any other forms of communication will result in the application being rejected instantly.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £32,000.00 per year

Experience:

• Payroll: 2 years (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person