Payroll Administrator

Smart Recruitment Solutions; Sherborne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable school in Sherborne is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to ensure accurate payroll for all staff. Responsibilities include calculating tax, handling statutory payments, and reporting to HMRC. The ideal candidate will be proficient with payroll software and possess strong attention to detail. This position offers 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with competitive pay and the possibility of permanent placement. Safeguarding checks apply and a current Enhanced DBS is required.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Opportunity for permanent position

Qualifications

• Experience in payroll services for multiple businesses.
• Current Enhanced DBS or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and accurate payroll for all school staff.
• Calculate Tax and National Insurance.
• Handle SMP, SSP, and other statutory payments.
• Report to HMRC and address any queries.
• Perform Auto-enrolment and pension assessments.

Skills

Proficiency in payroll software (Iris, Sage, QuickBooks, ADP)

Understanding of pension schemes and auto-enrolment

Ability to handle complex calculations

Familiarity with HMRC regulations

Keen attention to detail

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Job description

Payroll Administrator, £14.93 per hour, Monday - Friday, 30 hours per week, Office based in Sherborne, Temp with the possibilty of Permanent for the right candidate.

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to join a reputable School in Sherborne. As a key member of the Payroll team, you will be responsible for ensuring timely and accurate payroll for all school staff, including:

• Calculating Tax and National Insurance
• Calculating pay increases, overtime, and bonuses
• Handling SMP, SSP, and other statutory payments
• Reporting to HMRC and addressing any queries
• Performing Auto-enrolment, pension assessments, and uploading data to the pension provider. Knowledge of Salary Exchange schemes is desirable.

To succeed in this role, you will bring your experience in providing efficient and accurate payroll services to multiple businesses. You will also possess:

• Proficiency in payroll software, such as Iris, Sage, QuickBooks, or ADP
• Understanding of pension schemes and auto-enrolment obligations
• Ability to handle complex calculations and large volumes of data
• Familiarity with HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) regulations and reporting requirements
• Keen attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team

In return, you will have the opportunity to join a supportive and nurturing school that prioritises the well-being and development of its employees. Please note that this role is subject to Safe guarding checks, and you will need to have a current Enhanced DBS or be willing to apply for one.

If you are an experienced Payroll Administrator seeking a new and exciting opportunity, we encourage you to apply through this job board or reach out to Smart Recruitment Yeovil for further details.