Locum Payroll Advisor, SPRINGER NATURE

Guardian Jobs; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a meticulous Locum Payroll Advisor to manage payroll processing across multiple in-house systems. This role offers the opportunity to work in a hybrid model, balancing office presence with remote flexibility. You will be responsible for ensuring accurate salary payments, compliance with payroll legislation, and producing detailed reports. Ideal candidates will thrive in a dynamic environment, showcasing their expertise with payroll systems and effective communication skills. Join a diverse team that values inclusion and offers a chance to make a significant impact in a supportive workplace.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing complex payrolls in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation including SMP/SHPP/SAP/SSP.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate employee data input for payroll and manage statutory payments.
• Export and balance reports from the Payroll System for accounts.

Skills

Payroll Management

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Time Management

Knowledge of Payroll Legislation

Education

GCSE Level Education or Equivalent

Tools

SD Worx Payroll System

Workday HRIS

MS Word

MS Excel

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 five in-house payrolls. The role involves producing monthly reports, journals, and payments to third parties. The ideal candidate will 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 data links from HR systems, making amendments as needed.
3. Manage statutory payments.
4. Maintain Auto Enrolment compliance and reconcile pension contributions for each scheme.
5. Handle the Payroll Inbox.
6. Export, balance, and reformat reports from the Payroll System for upload into our Accounts Package.
7. Check and request payments to third parties.
8. Set up new reports from the payroll system as required.
9. Respond to queries from internal and external contacts, escalating when necessary.
10. Calculate and verify manual payments.
11. Maintain payroll and benefit records to comply with statutory regulations and support effective payroll processing.

Experience, Skills & Qualifications:

Essential:

• Experience with the SD Worx payroll system is advantageous.
• Experience with Workday HRIS.
• Proven experience managing complex payrolls.
• Ability to work effectively in a multi-tasked, fast-paced environment.
• Experience working within a team setting.
• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, including SMP/SHPP/SAP/SSP.
• Proficiency with Windows applications, especially 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 and experience with Workday HRIS and SD Worx are advantageous.

At Springer Nature, we value diversity and strive for an inclusive workplace. We are proud to have been awarded Diversity Team of the Year at the 2022 British Diversity Awards. Learn more about our DEI initiatives here.

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