Michael Page Finance
Payroll Assistant
Payroll Assistant at Michael Page Finance, based in Sunderland, North East England, paying £30,000 - £33,000 per annum. This is a temporary role.
- Pay
- £30,000 - £33,000 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Temporary · On site
- Location
- Sunderland, North East England
- Closing date
- Sector
- Payroll
21% below the typical rate for payroll
Reference 57480247
About the role
As a Payroll Assistant in Sunderland, you will help keep payroll records accurate and up to date within the FMCG sector. You will work closely with the Accounting & Finance department to ensure day-to-day payroll tasks are completed smoothly during this temporary assignment.
Client Details
The organisation operates in the FMCG sector in Sunderland.
Description
- Maintain accurate payroll records and update employee information when required.
- Process payroll data in line with agreed schedules and internal procedures.
- Check payroll information for accuracy before it is submitted for payment.
- Respond to routine payroll queries and provide clear information to employees.
- Work with the Accounting & Finance department to resolve data discrepancies.
- Prepare payroll documents and reports for internal use.
- Keep payroll files organised and maintain confidentiality when handling employee data.
Profile
A successful 'Payroll Assistant' should have:
- Experience of maintaining accurate payroll records and employee information.
- Confidence processing payroll data and completing routine checks.
- Ability to identify and resolve payroll data discrepancies.
- Experience handling payroll queries in a clear and professional way.
- Good attention to detail when preparing payroll documents and reports.
- Ability to handle confidential information with care.
Job Offer
- Temporary Payroll Assistant contract based in Sunderland.
- 30-33k FTE.
- Work within the Accounting & Finance department in the FMCG sector.
If you're interested in this role, apply now.
Reference: 57480247 · Posted 8 hours ago · Closes 2 Dec 2026 · Listed via Michael Page Finance
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