Junior Payroll Assistant

Junior Payroll Assistant – Brighton
Salary: £22,000 – £26,000 (depending on experience)
Location: Brighton (flexible working options may be available)
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Are you looking to build a career in payroll within a supportive and forward-thinking accountancy practice? Do you have some experience working in a payroll bureau environment and want to develop further in a role with long-term growth potential? If so, this could be the perfect next step for you.

We’re working with a highly respected accountancy firm in Brighton that is known for investing in their people. With a strong reputation for training and internal progression, they offer an excellent platform for ambitious individuals looking to grow in a professional, client-focused environment.

As a Junior Payroll Assistant, you’ll work closely with a friendly and experienced payroll team to support the delivery of accurate payroll services for a varied client base. You’ll gain exposure to multiple payrolls and benefit from excellent mentorship and structured development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting with the preparation and processing of weekly, fortnightly, and monthly payrolls for multiple clients

• Ensuring all statutory deductions (e.g. PAYE, NI, pensions) are applied correctly

• Handling client queries via phone and email in a timely and professional manner

• Supporting the submission of RTI (Real Time Information) to HMRC

• Helping with auto-enrolment processes and pension administration

• Maintaining accurate and confidential employee and client records

• Assisting with year-end tasks including P60s and P11Ds

We’re looking for someone who is eager to learn and has some experience working in a payroll bureau environment, ideally within an accountancy practice setting.

You will ideally have:

• Previous payroll experience, particularly in a bureau or multi-client environment

• Familiarity with payroll software (e.g. BrightPay, Moneysoft, Sage Payroll) – training provided if needed

• Strong attention to detail and a proactive, can-do attitude

• Excellent organisational and communication skills

• A willingness to learn and grow within a dynamic payroll team

• Clear and structured development path

• Full training and support from experienced professionals

• A vibrant, modern working environment

• Holiday allowance and benefits package

• Study support for professional qualifications (where applicable)

This is a fantastic opportunity to kick-start your payroll career in a professional, people-focused firm that truly values its team.

Interested?

Apply today or get in touch for more information about this exciting role and how it could be the perfect next step in your payroll career.