Senior Payroll Officer

Overview:
Are you an experienced payroll professional looking for the next step in your career? We have an opportunity for someone with previous payroll experience who is hard working and organised to join the busy Finance department as the Senior Payroll Officer.

You will be responsible for all payrolls across the business ensuring deadlines are met, whilst supporting the dedicated payroll team to deliver excellent service to all internal and external customers including HMRC and Pension Providers.

This position is 37 hours per week Monday to Friday. The rate of pay for this role is £26,750 to £28,750 (Salary dependent on experience)

**Responsibilities**:

- Main Responsibilities_
- Payroll Processing:

- Manage the end-to-end payroll process.
- Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll transactions for all employees.
- Handle payroll discrepancies and resolve any issues promptly.
- Administer payments to third party providers and HMRC.
- Pension Administration:

- Administer employee pension plans, including enrolment and contributions.
- Ensure compliance with pension regulations and reporting requirements, including processing of payment runs.
- Coordinate with external pension providers as necessary.
- Provide support to employees regarding pension enquiries and issues.
- Compliance and Legislation:

- Stay informed about relevant payroll and pension laws, regulations, and updates.
- Ensure compliance with tax legislation, pension regulations, and reporting requirements.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation related to payroll and pension activities.
- Work closely with relevant departments to ensure alignment with company policies and procedures.
- Systems Management:

- Utilise payroll software to process transactions accurately.
- Maintain and update employee records, including pension contributions and beneficiaries.
- Reporting and Analysis:

- Generate payroll reports for management review and auditing purposes.
- Analyse payroll and pension data to identify trends and discrepancies.
- Provide insights and recommendations to improve payroll processes and efficiency.
- Team Leadership and Training:

- Provide guidance and support to payroll staff.
- Foster a collaborative and positive work environment within the payroll department.

The Senior Payroll Officer plays a critical role in ensuring accurate payroll processing for employees. This position requires a combination of technical expertise, leadership abilities, and a commitment to excellence in payroll administration.

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Performance Indicators_**

The Senior Payroll Officer will be appraised on behaviours linked to the Company core values and the ability to meet deadlines agreed with the Finance Manager.

Qualifications:
**Requirement**

**Essential/**

**Desirable**

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**How Assessed**

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**1. **Education/Qualifications/Knowledge**
- GCSE Math’s and English Language (Grade C / 4 or above)
- Knowledge of Windows, Office 365 and SharePoint
- Knowledge of using payroll software
- Payroll, Pension or Accountancy Qualification

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- Experience of working within an office environment
- Experience of working in a payroll team
- Experience working with external stakeholders
- Experience working with multi-disciplinary teams

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- Excellent attention to detail
- Excellent literacy, numeracy and communication skills
- Ability to develop and maintain clear record keeping
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Ability to establish effective working relationships at all levels internally and externally
- Ability to prioritise work, meet deadlines and work calmly under pressure
- Self-motivated, flexible and enthusiastic approach to work

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