Payroll Assistant
Boston Energy · Billingham, England, United Kingdom
Job Title: Payroll Assistant Location: Billingham Reporting To: Payroll Manager / Finance Manager Working Hours: Flexible Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week (or as agreed) Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience About the Role We are seeking an organised and detail-oriented Payroll Assistant to join our growing team in Billingham. This role is ideal for an individual who enjoys working with numbers, maintaining accurate records, and supporting employees with payroll-related queries. Working closely with the Payroll and Finance teams, you will play a key role in ensuring payroll is processed accurately and efficiently while providing excellent administrative support. Key Responsibilities Assist with the preparation and processing of weekly and monthly payrolls. Maintain accurate payroll records and employee data. Process timesheets, expenses, overtime, and absence records. Support the administration of pensions, statutory payments, and other payroll deductions. Respond to payroll-related queries from employees in a professional and timely manner. Assist with payroll reporting and reconciliation activities. Ensure compliance with payroll legislation and company policies. Support Finance and Operations teams with general administrative tasks as required. Assist with audits and payroll documentation when needed. Liaise with payroll provider. About You The successful candidate will: Have excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy. Be confident working with numbers and payroll data. Have strong organisational and time management skills. Be proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Be able to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism. Have previous payroll, finance, or administration experience (preferred but not essential). What We Offer Flexible Monday to Friday working hours. Competitive salary based on experience. Standard holiday entitlement. Company pension scheme. Opportunities for training and professional development. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Long-term career progression within a growing business. How to Apply If you are looking to build your career within payroll and administration and would like to join a dynamic and supportive team in Billingham, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV along with a brief covering statement outlining your suitability for the role.