Payroll Assistant

Salary/Rate:£30,000-£38,000
Job type:Perm
Town/City:Reading
County:Berkshire
Sector:Accountancy Practice
Job ref:TGPARG
Post Date:November 26, 2025
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Meet Our Recruiter

Todd Grainger
Todd Grainger
Director & Accountancy Recruitment Specialist (South)

About the Role

Amazing Culture | A Company That Values You | Genuine Progression | Hybrid Working

Looking for a role that combines career progression, professional development, and a supportive team environment?

We've just partnered with a market-leading business in Reading to bring you this fantastic opportunity.

Requirements: Previous experience within payroll.

About the Company: This well-established company is renowned for its commitment to its people. With a focus on career growth, they provide structured development opportunities and chances to further develop your skills and knowledge.

Beyond professional growth, you'll enjoy a friendly, social team atmosphere with plenty of optional perks, such as company events, charity days, staff parties, and more, perfect for those who value a vibrant work culture.

The Role: We're searching for a detail-oriented and organised Payroll Assistant to ensure smooth and accurate payroll processing while supporting the broader accounts team.

If you're ready to advance your payroll career, this role offers an incredible opportunity to grow.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and process weekly/monthly payrolls accurately and on time
  • Create payroll journals for posting to the Nominal Ledger when required
  • Submit monthly and annual returns to HMRC, including FPS, EPS, and EYUs
  • Deduct and manage pension contributions, ensuring timely payments to pension providers
  • Resolve HMRC payroll queries efficiently and professionally
  • Maintain accurate data using IRIS Payroll Professional software or Staffology

Key Details:

  • Based in Reading
  • Full-time
  • £30-38k
  • A chance to grow within a supportive, forward-thinking company

Apply today for immediate consideration - we'll come back to you ASAP!

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