via indeed · 17 July 2026 ·today

Payroll Assistant

Johnston Smillie Ltd
Edinburgh parttime, fulltime
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We are looking for a part time or full time payroll assistant to join our busy payroll team. You will be responsible for your own list of clients, processing payroll end to end. We are looking for someone with a minimum of two years’ experience within a payroll team, preferably within a professional firm.

The role will involve:

  • Preparation of weekly, fortnightly, monthly and annual payrolls for a wide variety of clients covering all aspects of payroll

  • Strong understanding of payroll legislation, including tax codes, National Insurance, statutory payments and pension schemes (Auto\-Enrolment)

  • Knowledge of payroll reconciliation and reporting

  • High attention to detail and strong organisational skills

  • Proven ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills

  • The ability to develop and maintain client contact and relationships

  • Experience of Pay Circle and Iris Payroll Professional (Star) payroll would be advantageous

  • Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel

  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

What we offer


  • A competitive salary depending on experience

  • Supportive and collaborative team environment

  • Excellent working conditions in a modern, open plan office with staff parking

  • A hybrid pattern of working from office and home

  • Flexible working hours, including a 4\-day week with Fridays off

  • Staff pension scheme

  • A range of benefits including life assurance and private medical insurance
Please send your CV and a covering letter or email to rona.burns@jsca.co.uk

Benefits:

  • Additional leave

  • Company pension

  • Cycle to work scheme

  • Free fitness classes

  • Life insurance

  • On\-site gym

  • On\-site parking

  • Private medical insurance

  • Transport links
Experience:
  • Payroll: 2 years (required)

  • Microsoft Excel: 2 years (required)

  • Organisational skills: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person

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