Payroll Elite

Working as part of a team of 3 administrators paying over 4400 weekly paid employees in over 30 branches. The team is supported and managed by the Payroll Supervisor who reports into the Payroll Manager. RESPONSIBILITIES: Support sites with data input and check output for approximately 1500 employees in a set group of branches. Support the set-up of new starters, input by the sites ensuring the correct documentation is received to comply with Company policies and Home Office legislation. Assist sites to adjust hours and input them where necessary. Check that statutory payments are recorded and are calculating correctly eg, SSP. SMP, SSP SHPP etc Changing tax codes, and bank details Generating and emailing P45 s for those employees who have been made a leaver in the current weeks payrolls. Ensuring all employee specific paperwork is added to the employees record via document storage on ResourceLink Answering correspondence on a weekly basis. Dealing with the external agencies i.e. Tax Office, DSS, Contributions Agency, Banks. Dealing with internal customers i.e. Employees, Branch Administrators, General Managers etc. CURRENT SYSTEMS: ResourceLink (Zellis), Includes HR, Payroll, MyView (Self Service) and Time and Attendance APPLICANT. Personal Qualities: Easy going, hard-working, good sense of humour, willing to learn, flexible in approach to work, used to working to strict deadlines, good timekeeper, conscientious and loyal. Qualifications: Must be numerate and ideally have equivalent of 2 GCSE or O levels , preferably in Mathematics and English. Training: Must have previous payroll experience, having calculated wages/salaries manually and using a computerised payroll system. Specific Experience : A good knowledge of PAYE, NI, SMP, SSP Redundancy, Court Orders, and Student Loans. PC Experience: Microsoft: Excel, Word and Outlook - email. JOB OFFER/ AMENITIES. Job Offer: 37.5 hours per week 29 days holiday (includes bank holidays) working from the office. All hours worked in the office. Amenities: The job is based in the modern air-conditioned Head Office, based in Basingstoke. Hours of work are set to maximize the most time on the busiest days but are subject to change. 8am 5pm Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 8am 1:30pm Wednesday 8am 2pm Friday

Our client is seeking an experienced Payroll Assistant to work as part of a small team preparing varied payrolls accurately and efficiently. The ideal candidate will have experience in payroll preparation. 37.5 hours per week office based. Key Responsibilities Prepare and process payroll for clients of various sizes on a weekly, four-weekly and monthly basis. Calculating statutory payments such as SSP, SMP, and SPP Ensure accurate calculations of wages, deductions, and withholdings. Maintain payroll records and documentation in compliance with client and company policies and regulations Submitting RTI reports to HMRC Managing pension contributions and auto-enrolment duties Provide administration services for pensions Handling payroll queries from clients and providing advice on payroll legislation Preparing P45s, P60s, and other end-of-year payroll documents Keeping up to date with payroll legislation and ensuring compliance at all times Reporting to the Payroll Manager and supporting the wider accounts team when required Requirements Proven experience in running multiple client payrolls in a bureau environment Proficiency in Sage 50 Payroll software would be advantageous Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and HMRC procedures and compliance Knowledge of The Pensions Regulator rules and regulations Strong communication and client service skills Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines Attention to detail and accuracy Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently

Our client is looking to recruit a Client Payroll Specialist for a new role where you can utilise your existing skills and extend your payroll knowledge whilst working in a friendly and supportive Payroll team. Duties include: As a Client Payroll Specialist, the role will involve managing and processing UK payrolls for a diverse range of clients, ensuring accurate and timely end to end payroll operations, handling client queries, communicating with HMRC, while maintaining high service standards. As a Client Payroll Specialist, the day to day work will encompass: Preparing client UK payrolls on a weekly, fortnightly, monthly, quarterly and annual basis Incorporating payroll changes that have been notified by agreed cut-off dates Calculation of SSP, SMP, etc. where applicable Providing management information and reports Providing security payslips for each employee Respond to client queries Monthly pension administration Candidate criteria: The main criteria for any candidate applying for this position is a combination of strong payroll skills and sound knowledge of employment issues. They will be able to demonstrate that they have worked in an environment where it is necessary to deliver accurate information on a timely basis. You will also be able to demonstrate the following skills, experience and attributes: Minimum of 3 years experience in UK payroll preparation (including year-end processing), within a bureau environment Clear written and verbal communication Good problem solving skills Ability to work under pressure and in a deadline driven environment Ability to multi task and reprioritise workload in a calm and efficient manner Excellent IT skills, with intermediate Excel knowledge Experience in Iris Payroll Professional is ideal, but not essential as training will be given.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE ROLE: A stand-alone role to administer the payroll and pension scheme(s), complying with all the legal and financial implications. This is an office based role, working 18 hours a week DUTIES: To ensure that all data is accurately input into the payroll system in accordance with statutory and contractual obligations and timescales. To ensure all staff records held comply with the rules of the Data Protection Act. To provide monthly payroll(s), adhering to all tax and national insurance legislation, ensuring the payroll is produced on the dates laid out in the employees contracts. To administer the pension scheme(s), complying with all regulations and deadlines. To be responsible for the processing of appropriate documentation relating to changes in individuals scheme membership status, the notification to the pension scheme administrators of amendments to members records and the preparation and submission of pension scheme returns, including contribution and salary data. Provision of guidance and relevant calculations on all pension-related issues. To liaise with staff and appropriate stakeholders including external bodies regarding payroll and pension queries. To provide employment statistics to Government departments. To ensure that all accounts are reconciled and that variances are investigated and corrected. To ensure that expenses are paid in a timely manner and that all appropriate systems are maintained. To provide financial information on the payroll to the Business Executive Officer as required. Prepare reports by compiling summaries of earnings, taxes and deductions. To ensure that there is good day-to-day communication between Payroll and Human Resources and other departments. To produce year end returns, and staffing budgets on an annual basis. To undertake audit checks ensuring accuracy and to ensure that variances are reviewed to comply with audit requirements. To administer Family Tax Credit and Council Tax payments when required. To keep abreast of Employment Law, and amend payroll processes accordingly, as required. To keep meticulous records regarding staff, in order to implement new legislation. To maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies. Any other duties required by the line manager that are commensurate with the job. Additional duties: To maintain a flexible and confidential approach to the role. To be supported and enabled in personal development through annual appraisal and regular supervision. The post holder must at all times carry out their responsibilities with due regard to the Charity s Equal Opportunities Statement. Work in line with the Charity s Safeguarding People from Abuse Policy and Whistle Blowing Policy to ensure that people are kept safe at all times. The post holder must carry out their responsibilities with due regard to the non-smoking environment of the Charity. Person Specification: Work experience/ Knowledge Professional payroll qualification (CIPP or equivalent) Experienced payroll practitioner, including experience of running an end to end payroll process. Experience in administering pension processes. Knowledge of pension regulations, employment tax and Government initiatives e.g., auto enrolment, apprenticeship levy. Up to date knowledge of current payroll and pension processes and legislation. Proficient in the use of the SAGE Payroll and Pension module. Skills and Abilities Excellent communication skills (written and verbal). Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills. Customer focused. Ability to work in a fast paced environment and under pressure with strict deadlines. Attention to detail and diligent approach to work. Excellent IT and MS skills in particular MS Excel and Word. Excellent standard of numeracy. Self-motivated and able to work independently. Ability to prioritise and confidently make decisions.