Locum Payroll Advisor

MACMILLAN PUBLISHERS; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a detail-oriented Locum Payroll Advisor to manage payroll processes in a dynamic environment. This full-time role offers a hybrid working model, allowing for flexibility while ensuring accuracy in salary payments across multiple payrolls. You will play a crucial role in maintaining compliance with payroll legislation and managing employee data, making a significant impact on the organization. If you thrive in fast-paced settings and possess strong teamwork and communication skills, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience managing complex payrolls and statutory payments.
• Proficiency in payroll systems like SD Worx and Workday HRIS.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate employee data input for payroll and manage statutory payments.
• Produce monthly reports and ensure compliance with payroll legislation.

Skills

SD Worx payroll system

Workday HRIS

payroll legislation knowledge

attention to detail

teamwork skills

communication skills

multi-tasking ability

proficiency in MS Word and Excel

Education

GCSE level education or equivalent

Payroll qualifications

Tools

Windows applications

Job description

Job Title: Locum Payroll Advisor

Fixed Term Contract: (maternity leave cover)

Location: Basingstoke, UK - Hybrid working model

Application Deadline: 15th May 2025

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About the Role

We are seeking an experienced individual to manage the accurate processing of employee salary payments across our five in-house payrolls. The role involves producing monthly reports, journals, and payments to third parties. You should be organized, proactive, and capable of working in a fast-paced environment with opportunities to make a significant impact.

This position is based in our Basingstoke office with a hybrid working model. It is offered on a full-time, fixed-term contract basis.

Role Responsibilities:

1. Coordinate employee data input for each payroll.
2. Import and amend data links from HR systems.
3. Manage statutory payments.
4. Maintain Auto Enrolment compliance and reconcile pension contributions.
5. Manage the Payroll Inbox.
6. Export, balance, and reformat reports from the Payroll System for upload into our Accounts Package.
7. Check and request payments for third parties.
8. Set up new reports from the payroll system as needed.
9. Respond to queries from internal and external contacts and escalate when necessary.
10. Calculate and check manual payments as required.
11. Maintain payroll and benefit records to ensure statutory compliance and operational effectiveness.

Experience, Skills & Qualifications:

Essential:

• Experience with SD Worx payroll system (advantageous).
• Experience with Workday HRIS.
• Proven experience handling complex payrolls.
• Ability to work in a multi-tasked, fast-paced environment.
• Teamwork skills.
• Excellent knowledge of payroll legislation (SMP/SHPP/SAP/SSP).
• Proficiency in Windows applications, including MS Word and Excel.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Highly organized.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication skills.
• Team player attitude.
• GCSE level education or equivalent.

Desirable:

• Payroll qualifications.
• Experience with Workday HRIS and SD Worx.

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