Killsby Williams

Payroll Assistant

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Join our established payroll team at Kilsby Williams and take the next step in your payroll career!

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Assistant to join our friendly and established team. A minimum of 1 year payroll experience and proficiency in Sage 50 Payroll are required. You will support the team in managing payroll processes accurately and efficiently. You should have prior office experience, including handling emails and using Microsoft Office applications such as Excel and Word. This is a hybrid role, so the ability to attend the office is essential. We’re looking for someone who can bring attention to detail, a proactive attitude, and a strong understanding of payroll compliance.

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time 

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Location: Newport, NP10 8FY

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintain and update employee payroll records.
  • Assist in processing weekly and monthly payrolls.
  • Preparing pension files and uploading to a range of pension providers.
  • Issuing documents for employees including payslips and P45 forms.
  • Making RTI submissions to HM Revenue & Customs.
  • Producing documents including summary reports and payroll journals.
  • Dealing with enquiries from clients, their employees and HMRC.
  • Help ensure payroll is compliant with current legislation and company policies.
  • Support the payroll team in other ad-hoc administrative tasks.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 1 year payroll experience, with a solid understanding of payroll processes and compliance.
  • Proficiency in using Sage 50 Payroll for a minimum of 1 year, with a high level of efficiency and accuracy.
  • Prior office experience, including managing emails and proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy when processing payroll data.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to liaise with clients and colleagues.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating a proactive attitude.
  • A positive, professional approach with a willingness to continuously develop within the payroll field.

What We Offer:

  • Full training and support in payroll processes.
  • Opportunity to achieve a payroll qualification through the IPPE (CIPP)
  • A collaborative and supportive work environment.
  • Competitive salary and benefits.
  • Company events.
  • Company pension.
  • Bonus scheme.
  • Hybrid working.

Join Us

To apply, please send your CV to careers@kilsbywilliams.com and in your application email please include the number of years of payroll experience you have and your proficiency with Sage 50 Payroll.

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Ready to take the first step towards your future? Submit your application to careers@kilsbywilliams.com

Note: Roles are based at our offices in Newport, South Wales.