Payroll Assistant

14 hours ago


Dundee DD RQ, United Kingdom MMG Archbold Full time

Payroll Assistant – 35 hours per week – Monday to Friday

Who are we?

MMG Chartered Accounts are a forward-looking accountancy firm who are relationship based and technology driven with offices in Dundee, Forfar, Montrose, Brechin, Perth, Blairgowrie and Crieff. Our strength lies in our people, who live by our five core values;

  1. Does the Right Thing

  2. Delivers Quality Work on Time

  3. Has a Positive Can-do Attitude

  4. Adapts to Change and Continually Develops

  5. Is a Reliable Team Player

We have a keen focus on investing in our greatest assets, which means that we have developed a committed and formidable team of accountancy, tax, audit, virtual finance and payroll specialists.

We are looking to expand the team and bring on a Payroll Assistant who would be responsible for providing administrative support to the Payroll department.

Why you should join our team

Do you have experience in Payroll? If so, you could be a great fit for our Payroll Assistant Role.

As a Payroll Assistant you would receive:

  • Salary – £22,300 - £27000 DOE

  • Office, hybrid or home working options available

  • Flexibility of working in any of our seven office locations; Dundee, Forfar, Montrose, Brechin, Perth, Blairgowrie and Crieff

  • 31 days annual leave per annum with an accrual scheme

  • Death in Service Benefit

  • EV Scheme

  • Annual leave purchase scheme

  • 5% match company pension scheme

  • Cycle to work scheme

  • Company sick pay

  • Free counselling with our employee assistance programme

What are your responsibilities for the role?

Payroll Processing

  • Process payroll on a weekly, fortnightly, four-weekly, monthly, and annual basis.
  • Produce accurate payroll reports and payslips.
  • Process employee salary payments and PAYE payments where necessary.

Data Collection & Exchange

  • Securely collect and exchange all relevant payroll information from clients to ensure completeness and data protection.
  • Ensure secure transmission of payroll information to clients within timelines that allow for accurate payment processing.
  • Prepare and submit monthly and quarterly PAYE liability reports to clients.

Pensions & Compliance

  • Process and report workplace pension contributions in line with regulatory requirements.

Client Communication & Support

  • Liaise with clients on all payroll-related matters to ensure accuracy of data.
  • Respond to client queries in a timely, helpful, and professional manner.
  • Feel confident requesting necessary information from clients.

Team Collaboration

  • Support the payroll team as needed in daily operations and projects.
  • Maintain open communication within the team to ensure consistent workflow and high service levels.

Task Ownership and Accountability

  • Take full responsibility for completing all assigned tasks to the required standard by agreed deadlines.
  • Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in all payroll processes.
  • Maintain confidentiality and data integrity at all times.
  • Ensure all processes are followed and contribute to a culture of efficiency and accuracy.
  • Follow all internal processes including the completion of checklists and the updating of schedules and profiles.
  • Complete any training provided by the Company to a high standard and in a timely manner.

Adaptability

  • Open to taking on additional responsibilities and projects as needed.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £22,300.00-£27,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Enhanced maternity leave
  • Enhanced paternity leave
  • Flexitime
  • Free flu jabs
  • Sick pay
  • Work from home

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Dundee DD1 1RQ



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