Payroll Assistant

Payroll Assistant (Office Based) – Working for a friendly Billericay Accountancy Practice.
Full Time Or Part Time ESSENTIAL - EXPERIENCED WORKNG FOR AN ACCOUNTANCY PRACTICE Overview – Payroll Assistant We are seeking an experienced Payroll Assistant.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing payroll processes for a variety of clients and also administering and liaising with clients to ensure all payroll and pension related returns are filed accurately and a timely basis with HMRC and the relevant government bodies.
Duties * Managing a portfolio consisting of weekly, fortnightly, and monthly payrolls.
Around 140 payrolls per month (75 of which are automated) * Managing deadlines related to your client's work.
* RTI processing.
* Processing auto-enrolment through various pension providers.
* Calculate sick pay, over time and holiday pay.
* Calculation of tax and NIC Contributions.
* File all payroll related matters * Establish a rapport with clients, directors, managers, and staff.
* Dealing effectively with client queries.
* Prepare reports, letters, and other documents.
* Liaising with HMRC.
* Reconciliation of balance sheet accounts * Production of self-assessment profit and loss accounts * Using VT, SAGE50, Quickbooks and other online based accounting platforms.
Skills ESSENTIAL - EXPERIENCED WORKNG FOR AN ACCOUNTANCY PRACTICE * Proficiency in accounting software.
* Strong understanding accounting compliance issues regarding payroll and VAT processes and regulations.
* Excellent data entry skills with a high level of accuracy.
* Ability to analyse financial data and identify discrepancies.
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
* Effective communication skills for collaboration with other team members and clients