Payroll Assistant (US)

Location: [London / Hybrid]
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Initial 6-Month Contract

Overview
We are seeking an experienced Payroll Assistant with strong US payroll knowledge to join the team on an immediate-start, 6 month contract.
This role will support the accurate and timely processing of US payroll while assisting with payroll administration, compliance, and reporting activities. The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, hands-on, and comfortable working within a fast-paced finance or HR function.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with end-to-end processing of US payroll (multi-state where applicable)
• Ensure payroll is processed accurately and in line with federal, state, and local regulations
• Maintain payroll records and ensure data integrity within payroll systems
• Support payroll reconciliations and month-end reporting
• Assist with preparation of payroll journals for finance
• Liaise with HR and Finance teams to resolve payroll queries
• Respond to employee payroll queries in a professional and timely manner
• Support compliance activities including W-2s, 1099s, and tax documentation (as applicable)
• Assist with audit requests and documentation

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience supporting or processing US payroll
• Strong understanding of US payroll legislation (federal and state level)
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong Excel skills
• Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information
• Available to start immediately or at short notice

Desirable

• Experience with multi-state payroll
• Exposure to international payroll environments
• Previous experience working in a global or matrix organisation