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Payroll Assistant

Location:          Tewkesbury Head Office

Hours:               Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday

Department:     Finance

Salary:              £27,600.00 per annum

Are you a recent Finance or Business graduate eager to begin a rewarding career in payroll?

Cotteswold Dairy, one of the UK’s leading independent, family-owned dairies, is looking for an Assistant to join our Finance team. This is an ideal opportunity for a highly numerate, detail-oriented individual who is ready to train in Payroll and obtain a Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals (CIPP) qualification with our support.

About the Role 

As a Payroll Assistant, you will play a key part in our monthly payroll processing for over 500 employees, working closely with our Payroll Officer and the Human Resources team. This role includes managing HMRC reporting, pension administration, and handling various payroll-related tasks. You’ll also be responsible for maintaining accurate records, assisting with year-end processes, and providing support for payroll queries.

What We’re Looking For 

Degree-level education in Finance or Business

Strong numeracy and IT skills, especially in Excel; Sage experience desirable

Great communication skills and a positive team player

Attention to detail and ability to handle multiple tasks with diligence

Some office experience is preferred

Why Join Us?

At Cotteswold Dairy, we value teamwork and the contribution of every employee. Join a company committed to quality, community, and creating career growth opportunities. With our guidance and training, this role will be the starting point to becoming a fully qualified Payroll Professional.

Ready to start your journey in Payroll? Apply now and become part of Team Cotteswold