Payroll Advisor

Sellick Partnership; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable public sector recruiter is looking for a Payroll Advisor to join their team in Nottingham. This role involves managing payroll processes, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, and assisting with financial reports. Ideal candidates will possess public sector experience and a Level 3 Payroll qualification. Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential for success in this position. The role is contracted for three months, with a competitive hourly rate between £15-16.50.

Qualifications

• Experience within the public sector ideally local government.
• Knowledge of current HMRC and National Insurance legislation.
• Experience in a similar role with detailed knowledge of payroll procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist with performing all duties relating to payroll payment.
• Maintain necessary records for payroll.
• Support manager to meet payroll deadlines and ensure accuracy.
• Assist with production of management reports.

Skills

Public sector experience

HMRC legislation knowledge

PAYE knowledge

SSP, SMP, SPP, SAP knowledge

Payroll procedures expertise

Communication skills

Education

Level 3 Payroll qualification

Level 2 qualification with significant experience

Job description

Overview

Role: Payroll Advisor

Location: Nottingham, NG17

Duration: 3 months

Salary: approximately 15-16.50 per hour

Sellick Partnership are currently recruiting for a Payroll Advisor to join our reputable public sector organisation based in Nottinghamshire. The ideal candidate will be able to effectively provide an efficient, accurate and timely payroll service

Responsibilities

• Assist with performing all duties relating to the payment of salaries, and allowances including statutory and occupational pay scheme, allowances, and related deductions
• Maintain all necessary records
• Support the manager to ensure that payroll production deadlines are achieved and the appropriate checking procedures are carried out to ensure the quality and accuracy of the payroll and all entries are accounted for
• Assist with the production of management reports and budgetary control information relating to employee costs and statutory deductions as required
• Work with the manager to provide a co-ordinated payroll service and ensure accountancy, financial control and financial information requirements are met
• Respond to pay related queries from employees, and managers
• Manage and resolve complex queries such as benefits

Qualifications

• Experience within the public sector ideally local government
• Knowledge of current HMRC and National Insurance legislation
• Knowledge of PAYE, SSP, SMP, SPP, and SAP
• Knowledge of payroll legislations and practical application
• Experience in a similar role with detailed knowledge of payroll procedures
• Qualification of Level 3 Payroll or Level 2 qualification with significant experience in payroll administration

The Payroll Advisor will need to have excellent communication skills and effectively be able to communicate to stakeholders of all levels. Furthermore, the ideal candidate will have an impeccable eye for detail and accuracy to ensure all workload is carried out effectively and efficiently. They will also need to able to prioritise their workload and be efficient and effective to meet unpredictable deadlines and deal with conflicting demands, whilst working in a high-pressured environment.

If you believe that you are well-suited to this excellent opportunity of Payroll Advisor, please apply directly or contact Charlotte Broomfield for more information. The closing date for CVs is Monday 5th January due to the urgent requirement of this role.

Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.