Payroll Assistant

www.topfinancialjobs.co.uk - Jobboard; Lewes; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A vital role in the finance team is open for a Payroll Assistant/Administrator. You will manage the full payroll cycle ensuring accuracy and compliance while collaborating with various stakeholders. If you have strong Excel skills and are detail-oriented, we encourage you to apply early.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in handling large spreadsheets, including VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP.
• Able to maintain accuracy in complex payroll processes.
• Comfortable liaising with departments and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Administer the full payroll cycle including starters, leavers, and salary changes.
• Investigate payroll queries and maintain compliance.
• Input payroll changes into HR systems and support system improvements.

Skills

Excel expertise

Problem-solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

We're modernising our systems, streamlining operations, and enhancing digital tools to support staff. As part of our exciting transition from SAP to Oracle Fusion next year, we're looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Assistant/Administrator to play a vital role in maintaining accuracy, efficiency, and compliance in our payroll processes.

What You'll Be Doing:

Payroll Processing: Administer the full payroll cycle, including starters, leavers, salary changes, absences, overtime, and pension deductions.

Problem-Solving: Investigate payroll queries, liaise with departments, and ensure prompt resolutions.

Records Management: Maintain secure and compliant payroll records.

Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with external agencies (HMRC, DWP, pension providers, etc.) to provide accurate salary information.

Data Integrity: Ensure payroll audit checks are completed and statutory records maintained.

System Administration: Input payroll changes into HR and payroll systems while supporting system improvements.

Financial Reporting: Assist with pension reconciliations, Freedom of Information requests, National Statistics returns, and reference requests.

Team Support: Participate in department briefings and assist colleagues as needed.

What We're Looking For:

Excel Expertise: Strong skills in handling large spreadsheets, including pivot tables, formulas, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, IF statements, and conditional formatting.

Detail-Oriented: Able to spot inconsistencies and maintain accuracy in complex payroll processes.

Strong Communicator: Comfortable liaising with departments, external agencies, and employees.

Team Player: Flexible, collaborative, and eager to support the team's success.

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

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