Payroll Assistant

Sumer Group Holdings Limited; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading outsourcing firm in Newcastle upon Tyne is looking for a Payroll Assistant to join their busy payroll team. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of payroll processes and previous experience in a payroll role. Responsibilities include processing payroll data, generating reports, and handling payroll queries. This role demands strong attention to detail and a client-focused approach.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of payroll processes and previous experience in a payroll role.
• Experience in an accountancy practice is desirable.
• Familiarity with IRIS (STAR) Payroll Professional is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurately process payroll data, including changes.
• Generate payroll reports and ensure timely submissions.
• Act as the first point of contact for payroll queries.
• Manage pension administration and compliance.
• Liaise directly with HMRC on payroll-related matters.

Skills

Payroll processes understanding

Experience in accountancy practice

Familiarity with IRIS (STAR) Payroll Professional

Proficiency in Excel

Proficiency in Outlook

Job description

Payroll Assistant

Department: Business Outsourcing

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne

Description

RMT is looking for a Payroll Assistant to join our busy payroll team. This role offers the opportunity to work in a client-focused environment, supporting businesses across various sectors.

About the Role

As a Payroll Assistant, you will be part of a dedicated team of five, providing outsourced payroll services to RMT’s clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately processing payroll data, including temporary and permanent changes
• Generating payroll reports and ensuring timely submissions
• Acting as the first point of contact for payroll queries via phone and email
• Managing pension administration and compliance
• Liaising directly with HMRC on payroll-related matters

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• A solid understanding of payroll processes and previous experience in a payroll role
• Experience in an accountancy practice (desirable)
• Familiarity with IRIS (STAR) Payroll Professional (preferred)
• Proficiency in Excel and Outlook

You may be the sort of person who:

• Has a keen eye for detail and takes a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Is client-focused, always striving to deliver a high standard of service.
• Enjoys working in a structured and process-driven role, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in payroll processing.
• Is adaptable and eager to learn, keeping up to date with payroll regulations and best practices.