Payroll Analyst (office based Cityof London)

Taylor James Resourcing; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Payroll Analyst for an office-based role in City of London. Responsibilities include administrative support to the payroll team, managing overseas payrolls, and reconciling payroll data. The ideal candidate should have experience in payroll administration, strong Excel skills, and attention to detail. This is a permanent position offering competitive salary between £38,000 and £45,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of ResourceLink Payroll system is preferable.
• Experience in payroll administration.
• Strong problem solving and judgment skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work under pressure.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Deliver first-class administrative support to the payroll team.
• Responsible for overseas payrolls in Denmark, Sweden, and the Netherlands.
• Support the payroll manager on three in-house UK payrolls.
• Produce statutory calculations – Tax, NI, SMP, SSP.
• Administer benefits and reconcile membership data.
• Run payroll end to end including RTI submissions.

Skills

ResourceLink Payroll system knowledge

Payroll administration experience

Microsoft Excel skills

Problem solving skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Payroll Analyst (office based City of London)

Date: 3 Aug 2023

Sector: HUMAN RESOURCES

Type: Permanent

Location: London

Salary: £38,000 - £45,000 per annum

Email: [e-mail]

Ref: db45676

Overview

Our client is a global financial market trading company. We are looking for a Compensation / Payroll and Benefits Officer to support a Compensation and Benefits Manager and a small team. This is an office based role in the City of London.

Responsibilities

• Deliver first-class administrative support to the payroll team, supporting across payroll, compensation, and benefits activities.
• Responsible for overseas payrolls in Denmark, Sweden, and the Netherlands (all outsourced).
• Reconcile payroll data from overseas offices.
• Support the payroll manager on three in-house UK payrolls (headcount 800).
• Data entry for new starters, leavers and transfers.
• Produce statutory calculations – Tax, NI, SMP, SSP.
• Administer benefits (new starters, leavers, transfers) and reconcile membership data.
• Liaise with HMRC and third-party benefits providers.
• Create and manipulate payroll reports.
• Respond to annual audit requests.
• Act as a point of contact for the payroll team, escalating complex queries.
• Run payroll end to end including RTI submissions.
• Assist with Year End P60s and P11Ds.
• Perform additional ad hoc duties as required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of ResourceLink Payroll system is preferable.
• Experience in payroll administration.
• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise a high level of discretion.
• Strong problem solving and judgment skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to handle and prioritise multiple tasks and meet all deadlines.
• High attention to detail and accuracy with reviewing payroll, reports and HR systems.
• Proactive and able to ensure all deadlines are met.