Payroll Assistant – Plymouth

About the role

We are seeking a Payroll Assistant to join a growing bureau payroll team in Plymouth. You will support a wide range of clients by delivering accurate and timely payroll services within a respected accountancy practice.

Key responsibilities

• Process end‑to‑end payroll for multiple clients, ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Maintain and update employee payroll data in payroll systems and internal databases.
• Administer statutory deductions such as PAYE, National Insurance, pensions, and student loans.
• Handle payroll changes including new starters, leavers, salary adjustments, holiday accruals and record updates.
• Produce payroll reports and ensure compliance with HMRC legislation and pension auto‑enrolment rules.
• Resolve payroll queries and discrepancies for employees and clients promptly.
• Keep payroll records accurate, up‑to‑date and in line with company procedures.
• Provide general administrative support to the office as required.

Required profile

• Demonstrable payroll experience in a bureau or accountancy setting.
• Comfortable working with multiple online payroll systems and databases.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Good communication skills for handling client and employee queries.

Required skills

What we offer

• Training and ongoing support.
• Clear career progression opportunities.
• Competitive salary range (£26,000‑£32,000 per year).
• Additional employee benefits.