Senior Payroll Specialist

4 weeks ago

Quedgeley, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom WCS Group Full time

Job Title: Group Payroll Advisor

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled Group Payroll Advisor to join our team at WCS Group. As a Group Payroll Advisor, you will play a vital role in supporting our payroll operations and ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payrolls across our 13 trading entities.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage email inbox queries from multiple people across the business, acting as a point of contact for employee queries and payroll related data requests
  • Prepare and input payroll data into Sage 50 Cloud Payroll to include starters, leavers, and amendments within the required timescales
  • Administer and calculate staff pay, including overtime, SSP, SMP, pensions, student loans, court orders, and other adjustments
  • Process mileage deductions into Sage 50 Cloud Payroll
  • Process payrolls in line with HMRC legislation and focusing on compliance; including ability to manually calculate tax, NI, student loans, etc., where required to validate system calculations
  • Upload contribution files to the pension provider
  • Cross-check/audit monthly payroll entry within the payroll team
  • Support month and year-end processes, including payrolling benefits in kind, P60, and P11D forms

Requirements:

  • Basic payroll knowledge required
  • Knowledge and understanding of tax, NI, and relief at source and salary sacrifice pensions
  • Previous experience in a busy payroll department (desirable but not essential)
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience using SAGE 50 Cloud Payroll (desirable but not essential)
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Strong organisational skills with ability to flex between work as required
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • General admin/office experience
  • Competent user of Excel

What We Offer:

  • Competitive Salary: Up to £31,000 per annum, depending on experience
  • Hybrid Working: Enjoy the balance of 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home each week
  • Employee Benefits: Including a Royal London Pension, Mental Health & Well-being Scheme, Employee Recognition Scheme, and My Marlowe Rewards benefits platform
  • Career Growth & Support: We're committed to your development and provide a dynamic, supportive environment where you can thrive
  • Inclusive Culture: We celebrate diversity and are committed to equal opportunities for all, encouraging applications from people of all backgrounds

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