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    Payroll Assistant

    Accounting
    Portfolio Payroll Limited
    Essex
    Permanent
    Competitive
    Hybrid

    Job Description

    Are you looking for a busy and rewarding payroll role within a supportive and welcoming team? This client is seeking a Payroll Assistant to join their friendly payroll department.

    This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering accurate and timely payroll services.

    The Role

    • As Payroll Assistant, you will support the delivery of end-to-end payroll services, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time. Working within a collaborative and experienced team, your responsibilities will include:

    • Assisting with the processing of monthly payroll

    • Inputting and checking payroll data including starters, leavers, and contractual changes

    • Supporting with statutory payments (SSP, SMP, etc.)

    • Handling payroll queries in a professional and timely manner

    • Maintaining accurate employee records

    • Supporting pension administration tasks where required

    • This is a busy role where attention to detail and strong organisational skills are key.

    We're looking for someone who:

    • Has previous payroll experience (assistant or administrative level)

    • Is highly organised with strong attention to detail

    • Works well as part of a team

    • Is confident handling queries and communicating with stakeholders

    • Can manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment

    • Experience within public sector payroll would be advantageous but not essential.

    What's on Offer

    • Supportive and experienced team environment

    • Opportunity to gain valuable public sector payroll experience

    • Friendly and collaborative workplace culture

    If you're looking to develop your payroll career within a stable and supportive organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

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    INDPAYS

    The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

    Posted on October 5, 2026

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