Full job descriptionPayroll Assistant
*Location: Plymouth, Devon
*Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
*Salary: Competitive
Reed is excited to partner with one of the UK’s most successful and rapidly expanding retail businesses to recruit a Payroll Systems Assistant. This role is based at their Head Office in Plymouth and offers a fantastic opportunity for individuals with experience in payroll systems, HR systems, or data administration who are passionate about working with technology, analysing data, and improving processes.
Day-to-day of the role:
*Support the administration, optimisation, and continuous improvement of payroll and workforce management systems to ensure data accuracy, system efficiency, and excellent service delivery across the business.
*Work closely with Payroll, HR, Finance, and operational stakeholders to maximise the effectiveness of key systems including Zellis Payroll, UKG Workforce Management, and Microsoft reporting tools.
*Assist with system upgrades, testing, enhancements, and the rollout of new functionality.
*Monitor system integrations, performance, and data quality, identifying and resolving issues proactively.
*Produce, analyse, and interpret payroll and workforce reports to support business decision-making.
*Manage data imports, reconciliations, validations, and audits to ensure accuracy and compliance.
*Provide first-line systems support and guidance to payroll colleagues and business users.
*Support payroll projects, process improvements, and efficiency initiatives.
*Ensure compliance with payroll legislation, GDPR requirements, internal controls, and audit standards.
*Identify opportunities to automate processes and improve user experience, reporting capability, and payroll accuracy.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
*Experience working within a payroll, HR systems, workforce management, or related systems environment.
*Strong understanding of payroll processes and data management principles.
*Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, data manipulation, and analysis.
*Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
*Strong attention to detail and the ability to work confidently with large data sets.
*Experience producing reports and presenting findings to stakeholders.
*Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical information clearly.
*Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
*Professional and confidential approach to handling sensitive information.
Desirable Experience:
*Experience using Zellis Payroll and/or UKG Workforce Management (Kronos).
*Previous experience within an in-house payroll function.
*Knowledge of UK payroll legislation and best practice.
*Experience with data imports, CSV files, interfaces, and system integrations.
*Involvement in payroll testing, upgrades, or implementation projects.
*Knowledge of SQL, reporting tools, or data extraction techniques.
*Experience supporting business change and continuous improvement initiatives.
Benefits:
*Competitive salary
*Pension scheme
*Employee discount
*Cycle to Work scheme
*Long service awards
*Career development opportunities within a growing national business
If you’re looking to combine your payroll systems knowledge with data analysis and process improvement in a growing and forward-thinking organisation, we’d love to hear from you.
Please apply today with your CV! Please contact Emma Hutchings at the Reed Devon & Cornwall office for more information.