Payroll Systems Support Officer


Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: PMB ACCOUNTANTS LIMITED The successful candidate will carry out a range of administrative tasks related to the payroll, including processing pay cycles, responding to payroll-related enquiries and resolving system issues or payroll discrepancies.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with payroll processing activities across regular pay cycles, ensuring accuracy and timelines.
  • Prepare, validate, and maintain payroll data prior to and following payroll runs.
  • Provide support for payroll systems and software, including setup, configuration, and ongoing maintenance.
  • Respond to payroll-related enquiries from employees or clients, including payslips, deductions, leave balances, and entitlements.
  • Maintain payroll records in accordance with legislative requirements, company policies, and data security standards.
  • Support compliance obligations such as tax, superannuation, and statutory payroll reporting.
  • Identify and resolve payroll discrepancies and system issues, escalating complex matters when required.
  • Assist with user onboarding and basic training for payroll systems.
  • Contribute to improvements in payroll processes, controls, and system efficiency.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

  • Good IT skills.
  • Clear verbal and written communication skills.
  • Customer service skills.

Desirable Skills

  • Proficiency with cloud payroll software specifically brightpay.
  • Understanding of payroll and PAYE system.
  • Strong organisational skills to manage multiple task simultaneously.

Further Information

The Employer is: PMB ACCOUNTANTS LIMITED JobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information - Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week. - Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach. - Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment. The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.

Vacancy ID
1758855
Job Sector
Accountancy and Finance
Area
Co Down
Location
Comber
Salary
£12.73 per hour
No. vacancies
1
Contract Type
Temporary
Weekly hours
25
Published date
09/02/2026
Closing date
20/03/2026
Worktime
9am - 3pm (1 hour lunch). Days to be confirmed.

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