HR & Payroll Assistant - Pontypool (Site-Based)

Salary: £36,000 - £40,000 per annum

Our client, a dynamic and growing business based in Pontypool, is seeking an experienced Payroll candidate to join their small, close-knit, and supportive team on-site. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on payroll professional who enjoys owning the payroll process in a high-volume, dynamic environment.

About the Role

The Payroll Manager will be responsible for managing the full payroll process, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely payment to all staff. This site-based role involves close attention to timesheets, payroll data, employee records, and statutory documentation, while collaborating with HR, Finance, and Operations teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for all employees.

• Oversee accurate timesheet collection and payroll input.

• Prepare and process statutory payroll documentation, including P11Ds, P45s, P60s, and other HMRC filings.

• Maintain payroll systems and employee records.

• Ensure compliance with all statutory regulations, including tax and HMRC requirements.

• Resolve payroll queries promptly and professionally.

• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and Operations teams to support payroll-related processes.

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

The Ideal Candidate

• Minimum 2+ years of end-to-end payroll experience.

• Proven experience in payroll management within a fast-paced environment.

• Strong understanding of payroll legislation, including statutory forms (P11Ds, P45s, P60s, etc.).

• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.

• Proficient with payroll software and Microsoft Excel.

• Confident communicator with the ability to work across multiple teams.

• Must be able to work on-site in Pontypool.

Salary & Benefits

• £36,000 - £40,000 per annum.

• Join a dynamic, growing business.

• Work within a collaborative, supportive, and close-knit team.

• Opportunity to take ownership of the payroll function and make an impact.

If you are a skilled payroll professional looking for a site-based role where you can take full ownership of payroll in a supportive team, our client would love to hear from you.