Senior Payroll Assistant
Senior Payroll Assistant
Employee type
Permanent
Salary
£32000 - £34000/annum
Category
Accounting/Financial/Insurance
Job Description
Senior Payroll Assistant
Central Norwich
Hybrid working
A Senior Payroll Assistant opportunity has arisen with a professional organisation to join their busy payroll function. If you’re confident running high‑volume, multi‑frequency payrolls and enjoy being a trusted point of contact for clients and colleagues, this role offers plenty of scope to grow.
You will take ownership of a varied portfolio, handle complex queries, and play a key role in maintaining accuracy, compliance, and great service across the payroll team.
This is a supportive environment where development is encouraged, and flexible working is part of the culture.
The Role
Managing a portfolio of complex client payrolls across multiple frequencies
Running payrolls end‑to‑end, including all submissions, deadlines, and HMRC liaison
Reviewing payrolls for accuracy and challenging discrepancies where needed
Acting as the day‑to‑day contact for your client base, resolving queries promptly
Building strong working relationships and understanding client needs
Working independently while contributing to a collaborative team culture
Organising workload effectively, especially during peak periods
Supporting team development and sharing knowledge
Keeping payroll knowledge up to date through regular technical reading
Staying ahead of legislative changes and spotting opportunities for improvement
About You
Strong experience in high‑volume payroll
Confident communicator who enjoys supporting colleagues and clients
Organised, deadline‑driven, and comfortable managing your own portfolio
Solid understanding of payroll legislation, calculations, and compliance
Curious, proactive, and keen to continue developing your expertise
To apply, please submit your CV or contact Caroline Meeson at Pure