Payroll Officer

2 weeks ago

Kingston upon Hull HU XN, United Kingdom Thompson Commercials Full time £18,000 - £20,000 per year

3 days per week (24 hours)

Thompson Commercials Ltd is the UK's largest independent Renault Trucks dealer, providing a full range of commercial vehicles, services, and tailored fleet solutions. We are also proud partners of Isuzu Trucks, supplying durable and reliable vehicles to customers nationwide. With continued growth across our dealerships and support centres, we are looking for a detail-driven and proactive Payroll Officer to join our Finance Team and support our expanding workforce.

As a Payroll Officer, you will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll for all employees across the Thompson Commercials Group. You will ensure compliance with payroll legislation, maintain payroll systems and records, and support employees with payroll-related queries. Working closely with the HR and Finance teams, you'll play a key role in ensuring a smooth and efficient payroll operation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Process monthly payroll accurately and on schedule for all company employees.
  • Maintain employee payroll records, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.
  • Administer statutory payments such as SSP, SMP, SPP and holiday pay.
  • Manage pension contributions, enrolments, and submissions in line with auto-enrolment requirements.
  • Prepare payroll reports for management and Finance.
  • Reconcile payroll outputs, ensuring accuracy of PAYE, NI, and other deductions.
  • Respond to employee payroll queries in a timely and professional manner.
  • Liaise with HMRC and external bodies regarding payroll matters.
  • Support audits and provide documentation when required.
  • Assist with system updates, process improvements, and general finance administration.

Essential Skills and Experience

  • Proven experience in payroll administration, preferably within a multi-site or multi-department organisation.
  • Strong working knowledge of UK payroll legislation and compliance requirements.
  • Experience using payroll software (Sage, BrightPay, or similar).
  • Good understanding of pensions and auto-enrolment.
  • Excellent numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to explain payroll matters clearly.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, particularly Excel.
  • Ability to manage deadlines and work independently.
  • Experience working in an automotive, transport, or commercial vehicle business.
  • Knowledge of HR processes relating to pay, contracts, and benefits.

What We Offer

  • Competitive basic salary up to £18,000 (depending on experience).
  • Company pension scheme.
  • 22 days holiday each year plus bank holidays.
  • Opportunities for career development within a growing national dealership group.
  • Healthcare Plan.
  • Employee discount scheme.
  • Supportive and friendly team environment.
  • Staff laptop and business-use mobile phone if required.
  • Additional bonus incentives through our Points Reward Scheme (redeemable for vouchers).

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: £18,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 24 per week

Experience:

  • Sage (payroll software): 5 years (preferred)
  • Payroll: 5 years (preferred)
  • payroll legislation : 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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