Are you an experienced payroll professional Join our clients team at the Head Office in Bowburn as a Payroll Officer. Supported by the Payroll Manager and provided with relevant systems training you will play a crucial role in delivering an efficient payroll administration service to over 1800 employees.
This dynamic position involves managing high volumes across 2 payrolls demanding uptodate knowledge of payroll and pension legislation. As the point of contact for all payroll queries effective communication skills are essential including dealing with external agencies such as HMRC.
The role requires a processdriven individual with meticulous attention to detail capable of both autonomous work and collaborative support within the finance team.
Requirements
- Ensure the accurate remuneration of all staff members in accordance with their work contracts.
- Process timely and accurate updates to payroll records received from HR source data.
- Ensure strict compliance with all statutory payments deadlines and administrative submissions.
- Maintain the payroll system with the latest legislative changes and software updates under the guidance of the line manager.
- Collaborate with the HR department to enhance processes and information flows continually.
- Evaluate existing payroll processes and propose improvements to management.
- Provide salary information to managers and employees upon request fostering effective communication.
- Deliver an endtoend payroll service covering the employee lifecycle including new employee creation/checking contract variations payments deductions and terminations.
- Process time sheets P45s Attachment of Earnings and other financial amendments to payroll records.
- Handle changes related to sickness and parental leave.
- Reconcile and verify various reports before finalizing payroll to ensure accurate employee payments.
- Administer and submit contributions for multiple pension providers.
- Address payrollrelated queries from staff and management through effective communication and resolution.
- Stay updated on payrollrelated policies procedures and terms and conditions for the payroll staff.
- Ensure timely completion of yearend and pension yearend processes in line with relevant deadlines.
- Maintain expertise and knowledge in transactional services including payroll pensions and HR processes providing support and advice while ensuring compliance with statutory obligations and current business processes.
- Prepare and submit salary information to HMRC in the appropriate format.
- Ensure compliance with legislative guidelines from HMRC Pension Regulators DWP etc.
- Populate and maintain pension scheme systems.
- Administer and support multiple staff Terms & Conditions.
- Produce monthly payrolls with different terms and conditions assisting in obligations to outside agencies.
- Process salary data into the finance system accurately and promptly to meet companyset deadlines for management accounts.
- Review and reconcile payroll balance sheet accounts resolving any variances.
- Support and assist in providing data for TUPE transfers.
- Participate in the review of the organizations Payroll Policies Procedures and Processes.
- Engage in arrangements for further training and professional development.
- Stay current with changes or developments within the payroll profession.
Benefits
Job Types: Fulltime Permanent
Salary: 22000..00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Onsite parking
- Sick pay
- Work from home
We are representing a dynamic and forward-thinking family business. With a rich heritage spanning five generations, we are proud to be at the forefront of timber harvesting, sawmilling, and distribution. Employing over 2,000 individuals across 27 sites in the UK, 9 sites in Australia, and 2 locations in New Zealand, we specialize in producing high-quality British timber for various sectors, including construction, fencing, landscaping, and agriculture. Additionally, our pallet and packaging division is renowned for its cutting-edge facilities and serves a diverse clientele, including major automotive, engineering, and retail companies. Role Overview: We are seeking an enthusiastic Purchase Ledger Administrator to join our dedicated Accounts department. Reporting to the Management Accountant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient operation of our sites by providing essential administrative support. This is a permanent part-time role, with hybrid working options available after the probation period.