Payroll Assistant
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Job Summary
- Ipswich Borough Council
- Address:Ipswich Suffolk IP1 2DE
- Salary:28142 - 29540 per annum
- Hours:37 hours per week
- Contract:Permanent
- Reference:0572
Ipswich Borough Council are seeking an enthusiastic self-motivated individual to join the HR team as a Payroll Assistant.
No previous experience in a payroll environment is required for this role however experience within a customer focussed fast paced environment handling multiple demands and data types would be beneficial.
You will undertake daily tasks ranging from processing new starters and leavers on 11 monthly payrolls and 1 weekly payroll assisting existing employees with a range of queries and supporting the wider team and organisation with statutory and organisational reporting; there is always something new to learn.
You will play a vital role in processing accurate and timely payroll supporting employees with payroll-related queries and ensuring compliance with HMRC and pension regulations.
You will need to demonstrate you have good organisational skills have strong data entry skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail and effective communication skills.
Full training in every aspect of the role will be provided within the team with the opportunity to complete a payroll apprenticeship qualification in the future.
The role is hybrid with a base at Grafton House with an expectation of attending the office for a minimum of 2 days per week on a Monday and a Friday with remainder of the week working from home.
If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments during the application or recruitment process please let us know so that the appropriate arrangements can be put in place.
For more information
For more information about this role please contact Fi Thomson she/her via email.
Please download the Job Description and Person Specification to find out more about this role:Job Description and Person Specification
How to apply
Apply online atHome - Ambition Ipswichwhere you can complete the online application form for this vacancy.
Closing Date 28 January 2026
Interview date: 6 February 2026
Please note CVs are not accepted.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
- Data Entry
- Paychex
- QuickBooks
- Accounting
- 10 Key Calculator
- Paylocity
- Microsoft Excel
- Payroll
- ADP
- Administrative Experience
- Human Resources
- Bookkeeping
About Company
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