Trainee Payroll Administrator – 6684

Trainee Payroll Administrator – 6684

Salary: Up to £26,500 per annum DOE

Location: Skelmersdale

Contract Type: Permanent, full-time

About the Role
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a motivated and detail-focused Trainee Payroll Administrator to join a supportive team in Skelmersdale. This role is ideal for someone looking to start a career in payroll and develop their skills within a growing business.

You will be trained to support the end-to-end payroll process while working closely with the Payroll Manager. This is a fantastic chance for someone with the right attitude, strong work ethic and willingness to learn, offering clear opportunities for growth and development.

Responsibilities of a Payroll Assistant

• Support with collating and processing timesheets into accounting software
• Assist with inputting payable hours including overtime and uplifts based on contract entitlements
• Help prepare payroll information and process data within the payroll module
• Work with the Payroll Manager to gather and organise payroll information for foreign subsidiaries
• Assist with preparing payroll tax information and payments
• Support pension and auto-enrolment administration as required
• Assist with shadow payroll administration
• Maintain accuracy and confidentiality across all payroll documentation

Skills & Experience Required for a Payroll Assistant:

• No previous payroll experience required
• Positive attitude, willingness to learn and desire to grow within the role are essential
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to stay focused during busy periods
• Confident using Microsoft Office packages, particularly Excel (a short Excel test may be required)
• Good numerical ability with an analytical approach
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication skills
• High level of discretion when handling confidential information

How to Apply

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please send your CV to zee.powell@first-base.co.uk or call Zee on 01453 755330 for a confidential chat.

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