Payroll Assistant

Your new company
CR Smith is one of Scotland's leading manufacturing and installation organisations, specialising in high‑quality, energy‑efficient windows, doors, living space products and repair services. With customer experience at the heart of everything they do, CR Smith is proudly rated Excellent on Trustpilot with over 5,500 reviews and has been voted Best Company in the UK in its sector by Which.co.uk.

Due to continued and significant business growth, CR Smith is expanding its Finance function and is now seeking a motivated Payroll Assistant to join its Head Office team in Dunfermline.

Your new role
Reporting directly to the Payroll Manager, you will become a key member of the wider Finance and Payroll team, taking responsibility for the accurate and timely processing of weekly payroll for employees. This is a hands‑on role within a fast‑paced, office‑based environment, offering excellent exposure across payroll, finance and reporting activities.

Key responsibilities include:
Collating and inputting payroll data to ensure employees are paid accurately and on time
Maintaining accurate payroll and employee records within HR and payroll systems
Ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations and Employment Law
Responding to payroll queries from employees and managers in a professional and timely manner
Preparing financial reports and metrics for managers and budget holders
Supporting account reconciliations
Assisting with ad‑hoc duties across the wider Finance team

This role offers an excellent foundation for career development within finance and payroll, with training and mentoring provided.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this Payroll Assistant position, you will demonstrate:

Strong numerical and analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail
Excellent organisational and time‑management abilities
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or the ability to quickly learn new systems
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
The ability to handle confidential and sensitive information discreetly

Previous payroll experience is not essential, as full training will be provided. Applications are welcome from recent graduates or individuals with the right skill set and mindset who are eager to build a long‑term career within finance.

What you'll get in return
In return, you will join one of Scotland's leading brands, offering excellent career progression and long‑term development opportunities within a supportive and collaborative environment. This is an outstanding opportunity for someone looking to build a long‑term career within finance, contributing to a business committed to growth, service excellence, quality and safety.

What you need to do now
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