Ashgates are a progressive, proactive and friendly accountancy and advisory practice with over 80 people based at Pride Park, Derby.

Established in 1991, the firm has grown incredibly over the years attracting talented experts providing a broad range of support and advice to businesses and individuals, locally, nationally and overseas.  Our recent merger with DJH gives us a platform to continue our growth into the future.

Under supervision and with guidance from the payroll team, your day to day as a Payroll Trainee will look like:  

• Processing standard payrolls for a diverse range of clients 
• Managing your own personal inbox and dealing with queries from both internal and external stakeholders
• Learning and keeping up to date with payroll legislation
• Inputting, checking and processing data 
• Building and maintaining client relationships to deliver a fantastic service

Skills and experience you will have:

• Thrive in a collaborative and progressive environment.
• Love getting to know people and be a fantastic communicator.
• Be motivated to commence and complete your Payroll Administrator apprenticeship (CIPP)
• Be enthusiastic and willing to learn
• Be proactive and personable approach to work
• Possess great time management
• Be conscientious with a sharp eye for detail
• Be a team player 

Looking after our team is our top priority, so what’s on offer for you?

• Personal development plans
• Holidays starting from 33 days, including bank holidays.
• Health & Wellbeing support packages
• Christmas & New Year office closure
• Charity events
• Social events
• Sports teams
• Pension scheme
• Hybrid working
• Flexitime from 7:30am to 5:30pm
• Company sick pay & Life insurance
• Paid overtime or time off in lieu

If this Payroll Trainee position is of interest and you’re looking for an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking and innovative firm, apply now here!