Payroll Assistant

FGS Agri Ltd are currently recruiting for a Payroll Assistant to join the team based in Pluckley, to assist with payroll processing for the Heathcote Holdings Group.

The role will involve the following:

• Processing multiple company payrolls covering both weekly & monthly payments to employees.
• Reconciliation of processed payroll deductions & adjustments.
• Compiling and submitting pensions data to our provider within the required timescales.
• Creating payroll journals for the finance teams.
• General payroll duties covering the processing of starters & leavers.
• Assisting with payroll queries when required.
• Assisting with processing P60/P11D returns and data required for audit of various company financial statements.

The successful applicant should possess the following:

• Previous experience working as a payroll assistant or administrator, ideally covering multiple company payrolls.
• Experience in completing complex payrolls with high amounts of variable pay elements and adjustments would be beneficial.
• Advanced Excel skills, including the proficient use of “vlookup” formula.
• Experience of using IRIS Cascade would be advantageous, however not essential.
• A payroll qualification would be beneficial but not essential.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal skills.
• Being able to prioritise tasks and work under time pressure.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• GCSE level 4 or equivalent in Maths and English.

The role is a permanent full-time position, however a part time or flexible working arrangement may be considered.