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Kreston Reeves

Aug 3

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship

Requirements

  • GCSEs A*-C
  • Methodical work approach
  • Ability to work in a team and autonomously
  • Accurate and meticulous attention to detail
  • Excellent work ethic, prepared to invest your time and effort
  • Ability to manage competing priorities
  • Ability to proactively ask for help where needed
  • Payroll Bureau experience
  • Iris Star Payroll Professional experience
  • Xero payroll experience
  • CIPP Payroll Technician Certificate or equivalent
  • CIPD HR qualification
  • A Levels grade A-C
  • GCSE 9-4 including English and Maths

Responsibilities

  • To provide accurate payroll services by agreed deadlines to over 1,200 clients across multiple industry types and sizes.
  • There will be ample opportunity to support internal and client projects which drive efficiencies and value.
  • There is an expectation that all members of the payroll team build trusted relationships with our clients and take accountability for their work.
  • WIP Posting.
  • Raising quarterly fees for additional work.
  • General WIP queries.
  • Client monthly data requests.
  • Reviewing client data for completeness.
  • Monthly/Weekly payroll processing.
  • Client basic payroll email enquiries.
  • Accurately complete weekly timesheets.
  • Participate in regular team meetings.
  • Admin tasks as required.
  • Adhere to Payroll team KPIs.

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of a Payroll Assistant Trainee?

The main responsibilities include WIP posting, raising quarterly fees, handling general WIP queries, processing monthly/weekly payroll, responding to client email enquiries, reviewing client data for completeness, completing weekly timesheets, and participating in regular team meetings.

What qualifications do I need to apply for this position?

Ideal candidates should have GCSEs A*-C and a methodical work approach. Desirable qualifications include payroll bureau experience, Iris Star Payroll Professional experience, Xero payroll experience, CIPP Payroll Technician Certificate, CIPD HR qualification, A Levels grade A-C, and GCSEs 9-4 including English and Maths.

Is prior payroll experience required for this role?

While prior payroll experience is desirable, it is not strictly required. We encourage candidates with relevant skills and a strong work ethic to apply.

What kind of training and development opportunities are available?

We offer continuous support and development with clear mapped progression routes across the business, access to internal and external training courses, and paid professional subscriptions.

How many clients will I be managing as a Payroll Assistant Trainee?

You will provide payroll services to over 1,200 clients across multiple industry types and sizes.

What benefits are offered to employees?

Benefits include generous annual leave, employee assistance programs, physical wellbeing initiatives, financial wellbeing plans, travel schemes, recognition programs, and support for diversity and inclusion.

What type of work environment can I expect?

You can expect a supportive and collaborative environment with strong, inspiring leadership and a culture of learning.

Are there opportunities for volunteering or community service?

Yes, we offer a "give as you earn" program and provide one day off to take up volunteering opportunities.

How is performance recognized within the company?

Performance is recognized through monthly nominations for financial awards based on demonstrating company culture and values, with a fair and transparent meritocracy in place.

How do you prioritize confidentiality and security regarding employee data?

We emphasize the importance of adhering to strict security and confidentiality arrangements to ensure the integrity of employee and company data and systems.

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Kreston Reeves

Guiding you to a brighter future đź’ˇ | More than accountants, business and financial advisers

Accounting
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1821
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Knowing you We advise dynamic businesses, not for profit organisations, private individuals and families on all areas of business, tax and wealth. We help you make confident decisions about the future. With offices across London, Kent and Sussex and international reach via Kreston International, we are dedicated to meeting and exceeding the needs of all our clients wherever their ambition takes them. We provide a full range of accountancy, business advisory and financial services that will help you to achieve your personal and business goals. At your side We get to know you, so we can help you make the right decisions as you move forward. We put relationships first and in doing this, never lose sight of what is important to you in any personal and business decision. Our approach is tailored to meet your changing needs and provide you with peace of mind. We’ll bring to bear all the skills, clarity and expertise you need. Our dedicated people have a thorough understanding of professional challenges and opportunities – both close to home and overseas. And we’ll be right there at your side when you need us, for now and for whatever the future brings. Our dedication to meeting the needs of our clients – wherever they are based and whatever their structure and size – is what sets us apart. So whether your business is well established or a start-up, an international company or an owner managed business – we can help. If you are a charity or not for profit organisation or an individual looking for private tax and wealth advice, we can help with your needs too. We also pride ourselves on being a socially responsible employer and actively encourage all our colleagues to give back to their local communities whenever they can. We provide a full range of accountancy, business advisory and financial services, tailored to our clients’ needs. We also have well established teams of specialists across our offices who have a particular sector focus.

Culture & Values

  • Understand

    We understand; the big picture and listen carefully to each client and our colleagues.

  • Look ahead

    We look ahead; and help clients plan for the future. We embrace change and think innovatively.

  • We make it personal

    We make it personal; tailoring solutions to each client. We are great team members.

  • Be crystal clear

    We are crystal clear; so clients and our colleagues know what’s going on. We act decisively keeping the initiative.

  • We are human

    We are human; we enjoy helping clients and each other succeed and making a positive impact.