Job Description

ASSISTANT PAYROLL MANAGER

Staines-upon-Thames | 37k - 45k + Bonus | Full-time (37.5 hrs/week)

Are you ready to embark on an exciting new role?

We have a fantastic opportunity at Accent Catering for an Assistant Payroll Manager seeking their next challenge... in this key role within our Finance team, you'll have the chance to refine and expand your skills within Payroll, while also receiving the support needed to advance in your career.

About Accent Catering...

We are an ambitious independently owned and ever growing fresh food company. We have won numerous awards for our service including The Caterer's prestigious 'Best places to work in hospitality' 2020. Our company has a passion for food quality and people development, so this is a great place for you to build your career in a supportive and professional environment.

Why join our Payroll team?

Competitive salaries with annual review Annual performance bonus Free on-site parking Life insurance, company sick pay and pension 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Career development opportunities and study support Multiple Discounts on our Accent Engageplatform - shops, restaurants, gifts, leisure and more! HIT apprenticeships for all experience levels Team events, awards and competitions throughout the year Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for mental health and financial support

What you'll be doing:-

Support and provide cover for the Payroll Manager in overseeing the accurate and timely payroll processing for all employees (currently 1,200 employees across 130 remote sites plus head office). Process payroll changes, including starters, leavers, pay amendments, contract changes, and TUPE transfers. Perform in-year equated pay calculations. Review and validate payroll data, including site timesheets, overtime, pay adjustments, and statutory payments Prepare payroll journals and ensure accurate payroll records are maintained for auditing and reporting. Assist in managing the company's pension schemes, including Auto-Enrolment and Local Government Pension Scheme compliance. Act as a key contact for payroll-related queries from employees and managers, resolving issues efficiently. Work with the Payroll Manager to improve payroll processes and efficiency.

What you'll bring:-

Strong payroll experience, preferably in a high-volume payroll environment (1,000+ employees). CIPP qualification (or working towards) or equivalent payroll experience. Good understanding of UK payroll legislation, statutory payments, tax, NI, and pensions. Intermediate to Advanced Excel skills (including formulas, VLOOKUPs, and pivot tables). High numeracy skills with strong attention to detail. Excellent communication skills, with confidence in handling employee queries professionally and with courtesy. Experience of TUPE, equated pay and IRIS Cascade would be advantageous but isn't essential.

SALARY

Salary 37K - 45K per annum plus bonus

HOURS

37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

LOCATION

The role is based at our prestigious riverside offices in Staines-upon-Thames



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