Massy Wood is recruiting for a Payroll Assistant to support administrative, technical, and support functions related to payroll processing.

The Payroll Assistant is responsible for accurately inputting payroll data, organizing and maintaining payroll records, and providing relevant information to support payroll analysis and decision-making. The role ensures compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements while facilitating efficient payroll operations.

• Analyze, prepare, and input payroll data, ensuring accuracy and compliance with established payroll procedures. Utilize the HRp5 automated system to generate precise and timely payroll processing.
• Collect, review, and interpret employee benefit selections to determine payroll deductions, making necessary adjustments for over/under deductions.
• Compile and verify payroll-related data to facilitate accurate payments to insurance providers and pension plans.
• Organize, schedule, and prioritize deduction changes to meet payroll processing deadlines.
• Communicate with employees and external agencies to resolve discrepancies and clarify payroll distributions.
• Generate and maintain payroll-related spreadsheet reports; input data to ensure accurate reconciliation and balancing of reports.
• Maintain comprehensive records of payroll deduction payments.
• Assist in reconciling the general ledger with payroll reports to ensure financial accuracy.
• Prepare periodic payroll, statistical, and operational reports as required.
• Maintain payroll records, reports, and spreadsheets, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with company policies.
• Prepare payroll-related journal entries in alignment with monthly closing timelines.
• Address and resolve inquiries received through the Payroll Helpdesk and other payroll-related queries.
• Conduct payroll analysis as needed to support financial and operational decision-making.
• Perform general administrative tasks, including filing and copying documents, to support payroll operations.
• Execute any additional duties related to payroll processing as assigned.

• Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) or Associate of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Level I.
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in a similar role.
• Demonstrates the ability to effectively prioritize tasks and perform efficiently in high-pressure, fast-paced environments.
• Demonstrates sound judgment and the ability to make timely, well-informed decisions.
• Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build and maintain professional relationships.
• Encourages and inspires teamwork while being receptive to constructive feedback.
• Upholds the highest standards of confidentiality and integrity.
• Proactively identifies opportunities for improvement, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail in all tasks.
• Actively promotes and adheres to safety and security protocols.
• Proficiency in MS Office and Payroll Applications Software preferably HRp5.
• Valid Certificate of Good Character (must not be older than 6 months).
• Preference will be given to national citizens or permanent residents of Trinidad & Tobago.

Massy Wood Group Ltd. (Massy Wood) is a joint venture company, owned by the Energy division of Massy Holdings Ltd., and Wood PLC, a global leader in consulting and engineering across energy and the built environment. https://www.massywoodltd.com