School Payroll Officer - Brighton

Hays PLC; Brighton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Brighton is seeking a skilled Payroll Officer to manage payroll processes. This permanent role involves ensuring accurate and timely payments, handling staff queries, and maintaining compliance with payroll legislation. Join a supportive team focused on professional growth and training opportunities.

Benefits

Professional Growth Opportunities

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Qualifications

• Proven experience in payroll administration within a school setting.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer and process the school's payroll system accurately.
• Handle staff queries regarding pay and deductions.
• Ensure compliance with payroll legislation.

Skills

Numerical Skills

Analytical Skills

Organisational Skills

Education

Payroll Administration Experience

Tools

Payroll Software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Hays Education are delighted to offer a permanent School Payroll Officer job in Brighton.

School Payroll Officer│Brighton│£25,000 - £29,000 per annum│Permanent

Are you an experienced payroll professional with excellent organisational skills? This school is seeking a skilled Payroll Officer to oversee and manage the payroll processes, ensuring all staff are paid accurately and on time. This is a key role within our administrative team, helping to ensure smooth operations across the school.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and process the school's payroll system with accuracy and efficiency.
• Handle queries from staff regarding pay, deductions, and other payroll matters.
• Ensure compliance with payroll legislation, including PAYE, National Insurance, and pension contributions.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and prepare statutory returns.
• Calculate salaries, overtime, deductions, and other payroll adjustments.
• Liaise with HR and finance teams to ensure seamless payroll and employee data management.
• Uphold strict confidentiality and security of payroll information.

Skills and Qualifications

• Proven experience in payroll administration or management within a school setting.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills, with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in payroll software and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Knowledge of payroll legislation and statutory requirements.
• Exceptional organisational skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Professional and discreet approach to handling sensitive information.

Benefits

• Be part of a supportive and inclusive school community.
• Opportunities for professional growth and training.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

What you need to do now

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