Process payroll for client portfolios, review payroll data, manage pension enrolments and compliance, complete BACS and HMRC submissions, track budgets and timelines, communicate with clients and stakeholders, support billing and WIP reviews, and escalate complex queries to senior team members.
Are you looking to begin an exciting career in payroll? We have a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as Payroll Assistant at our vibrant Discovery Park office. This is the perfect role for someone eager to learn, grow, and build a solid foundation in a supportive and professional environment.
About the role
- Conduct payroll processing work on an allocated portfolio of clients; extend this to any client during times of peak demand
- Read and process client payroll data, satisfy client data requests and review client data for completeness
- Escalate more complex payroll areas & queries from self & team that require Senior or above involvement
- Regular & timely communication of progress and workload with Payroll Assistant Manager/line manager as appropriate
- Conduct pension enrolments & re-enrolment compliance
- Ensure payroll impact log management
- Complete BACS entries
- Process HMRC information
- Checking budgets and timelines on jobs so as to be clear on the framework being worked to
- Monitor work progress and ensure appropriate levels of communication with all clients and internal stakeholders on progress for each key task or phase. Send completed work for review by Senior or above
- Contribute to timely and accurate preparation of bills and WIP reviews
- Complete self assessment review for each payroll job once completed
- Act as a key point of contact for nominated clients so as to obtain client data and to manage all their payroll requirements
- Update client lists regularly
- Return phone calls and written correspondence to all of the above within required deadline and ensure promises are kept
What we can offer
- Financial wellbeing – competitive salary, contributory pension scheme, Life Assurance, Health Cash Plan, Income Protection Scheme and Perks at Work discounts and rewards.
- Leave –20.5 days plus bank holidays, holiday buying Mental wellbeing – hybrid working (3 days in the office/2 from home) and flexible working policies, Employee Assistance Programme and counselling
- Physical wellbeing –Private Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance and an annual flu jab.
- Recognition – monthly nominations for financial awards based on culture and values
- Development – we offer continuous support and development with clear mapped progression routes across the business, as well as access to internal and external training courses
- Diversity, inclusion and belonging – we operate several family-friendly policies and take proactive steps to create an inclusive environment
- ESG – give as you earn, 1 extra day off each year to take up volunteering opportunities. Opportunities to support our commitment to charitable causes
- Travel – other optional benefits include: cycle to work scheme, interest-free season ticket loan (London only), interest-free car/motorbike loan
At Kreston Reeves, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all. We understand that everyone has unique needs, and we strive to accommodate them through reasonable adjustments. Whether it's adapting work environments, providing assistive technologies, or modifying processes, we are dedicated to supporting our employees in realising their full potential. If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate in our recruitment process or thrive in your role, please don't hesitate to reach out by emailing [email protected]. Please remember, you only need to share what you are comfortable to for us to support your request. Your success is important to us, and we're here to ensure a supportive and inclusive experience for all.
About
Join us on our growth journeyBroader expertise, bigger opportunities, same people-first cultureKreston Reeves is proud to be part of the AAB group, a growing firm with offices across the UK and Ireland, backed by Goldman Sachs Alternatives. This marks an exciting new chapter, creating even more opportunities for our people.As part of a larger, ambitious group, you’ll benefit from wider career pathways, broader expertise and increased opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across the UK and Ireland.You’ll have access to new specialisms, enhanced learning and development and the chance to work alongside a wider network of peers – all while being part of the supportive, people-focused culture that defines both Kreston Reeves and AAB.If you’re looking for a role where you can develop, progress and be part of something bigger, we’d love to hear from you.
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