£25K/yr to £40K/yr
Mid Sussex, England
Permanent, Variable

Payroll Assistant

Posted by Reed.

Payroll Assistant

  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Location: Private School in Sussex
  • Salary: Competitive with generous benefits

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Assistant to join our team at a prestigious private school. The ideal candidate will bring enthusiasm and accuracy to the role, ensuring tasks are completed in a timely manner. This is an opportunity to work in a tranquil setting with spectacular views, alongside a friendly and sociable staff team.

Day to Day of the Role:

  • Processing payroll transactions with precision and in accordance with school policies.
  • Utilising WCBS PASS Payroll or quickly learning new systems to maintain payroll operations.
  • Administering teacher pension schemes and defined benefit pension scheme payroll.
  • Ensuring accuracy and attention to detail in all payroll-related activities.
  • Managing database HRIS effectively.
  • Acting as the subject matter expert within the payroll team.
  • Collaborating with the finance department to ensure seamless payroll integration.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Proven experience as a Payroll Assistant or in a similar role.
  • Familiarity with WCBS PASS Payroll or the ability to learn new payroll systems quickly.
  • Experience with teacher pension schemes and defined benefit pension scheme payroll administration is advantageous.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
  • Proficiency in using Database HRIS.
  • Proactive approach and ability to work independently as the subject matter expert.
  • Solid understanding of payroll principles.

Benefits:

  • Generous salary and employee assistance programme.
  • Meal provision during working hours.
  • Enhanced pension contribution.
  • Access to on-site golf course, gym, and function rooms.
  • A beautiful and peaceful working environment within the school grounds.
  • A community setting for all employees.

To apply for the Payroll Assistant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in joining our team.