Human Resources Payroll Assistant

Paragon Scotland Limited, specialises in providing a full suite of management services tailored to meet the unique needs of the businesses we work with. Due to growth of the Company's we support, we are now looking to recruit a Payroll Assistant.Responsibilities include:Ensure accurate and timely payroll processingVerify all employee data within the HR system to ensure accurate for payroll processingReconcile discrepancies and resolve errors prior to payroll submissionMaintain payroll schedules to ensure payroll cut off dates are consistently metEnsure payroll submissions are sent for approval in line with agreed timelinesReview the payroll prior to submitting to external accountantsMonitor system notifications and updates to ensure continuous accuracy in pay calculationsUpdate pension contributions as requiredReview payslips to ensure accuracy before releasing to employeesSupport payroll reporting and complianceEnsure accurate and timely preparation of payroll reports for internal and external stakeholdersAssist in maintaining compliance with statutory payroll requirementsGenerate monthly payroll reports for payroll submissions to be sent to external accountantsEnsure all payroll documentation is securely stored and compliant with GDPRStay updated to changes in payroll legislationManage payroll queries efficientlyRespond promptly to employee payroll queries professionallyInvestigate issues, identify root causes and implement corrective actionsCommunicate resolutions clearly to employees, escalating complex matters when requiredLiaise with HR and Finance to ensure any payroll amendments are actioned correctlyProvide administrative support to HRAssist with onboarding and offboarding, ensuring payroll-related data is accurate and up to dateCollaborate with HR to maintain employee records, ensuring changes are reflected in payrollPrepare letters relating to payroll adjustments as requiredContribute to HR and Payroll projects as requiredSkills/Qualifications:Previous experience in a payroll processing roleHigh level of attention to detail and accuracyWorking knowledge of payroll, pensions and statutory deductionsProblem solving mindsetStrong experience of MS package including excel