Junior Payroll Assistant

3 days, 3 hours ago
Full-time
Junior
Finance and Accounting
Sleek

Sleek

Sleek: The SMEs' go-to platform for company registration, compliance, and accounting services in Singapore, HK, AU, and the UK. Designed by entrepreneurs, for entrepreneurs, Sleek offers hassle-free solutions to start and manage businesses digitally.

Professional Services
251-1K
Founded 2017
$34M raised

Description

  • Process multiple client payrolls accurately and within agreed timelines.
  • Validate payroll data and resolve discrepancies before submission.
  • Complete HMRC submissions, including RTI, FPS, and EPS, plus year-end reporting such as P60s and P11Ds.
  • Manage workplace pension auto-enrolment submissions and related requirements.
  • Respond promptly and professionally to client payroll queries and provide proactive updates.
  • Maintain confidentiality and accuracy when handling sensitive payroll information.
  • Collaborate with the UK Payroll team and internal departments to resolve operational issues.
  • Identify and implement opportunities to improve payroll workflows using AI, automation, and payroll technology.
  • Track and meet statutory deadlines, communication SLAs, and a monthly CSAT target of at least 97%.

Requirements

  • 1–2 years of hands-on UK payroll processing experience.
  • Working knowledge of UK payroll processes, HMRC requirements, tax regulations, and workplace pensions.
  • Experience in a bureau, outsourced payroll, or shared services environment preferred.
  • Experience managing multiple client payroll accounts preferred.
  • Experience with BrightPay, Xero Payroll, or similar software preferred.
  • Strong attention to detail and experience handling confidential financial information.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities, payroll deadlines, data, and reporting metrics.
  • Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
  • Practical experience or strong interest in AI tools, automation, and IT applications.
  • Demonstrated ownership, accountability, structured thinking, humility, sound judgment, and ability to handle difficult conversations constructively.

Benefits

  • Remote work with flexible start and finish times.
  • Option to work fully remotely from anywhere in the world for one month each year.
  • Competitive salary, generous paid time off, and holiday schedules.
  • Employee share ownership plan eligibility for certain employees.
  • Autonomy, responsibility, and internal and external training opportunities.
  • Inclusive, kind, and diverse workplace culture.
  • Opportunity to work with AI initiatives and Sleek’s regional AI centre of excellence.
  • Employment with a certified B Corp committed to an inclusive and regenerative economy.

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