Payroll and Accounts Assistant

Payroll Accounts Assistant

Location: Nottingham, NG8
Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 (depending on experience)
Working Pattern: Full-time, office-based (09:00 - 17:15) with flexible hours available

Macildowie is delighted to be partnering with a well-established, market-leading services business to recruit a Payroll Accounts Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation with a strong national presence and clear progression opportunities.

The Role

Reporting into the Payroll Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the accurate and timely delivery of payroll while also assisting with wider accounts duties. This is a varied position suited to someone with payroll experience who is keen to develop their career further within a growing finance function.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the Payroll Manager with weekly and two fortnightly payrolls (processed on alternate weeks)
• Processing new starters, timesheets, pensions, and statutory deductions (AEOs, fines, etc.)
• Processing pension contributions
• Maintaining employee and contract details on the time and attendance system (Timegate)
• Collaborating with colleagues to improve payroll and finance processes
• Assisting the Accounts team, including registering purchase invoices and sending for authorisation

About You

• Previous experience in a payroll role is essential
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritise workloads in a fast-paced environment
• Proactive, adaptable, and eager to learn
• Willing to take on additional responsibilities as the role develops

What's on Offer

• Flexible working arrangements to support personal and childcare commitments
• Clear progression pathway with the opportunity to develop into a Payroll Manager role
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Generous pension scheme: 8% employer contribution and 4% employee contribution

If you're a motivated payroll professional looking to take the next step in your career within a stable and growing organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

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