Payroll Clerk

Jago Consultants; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading car dealership is seeking an experienced Payroll Clerk to manage the payroll end-to-end process. You will be responsible for processing payroll, ensuring data accuracy, and supporting the HR and Accounting departments. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of payroll experience and strong analytical skills. This role offers a basic salary between £18,000 and £20,000 and includes additional holiday benefits.

Benefits

Extra 3 days holiday after 3 years of service

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in payroll functions with knowledge of payroll legislation.
• Strong maths skills and ability to spot anomalies.
• Confident using Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Handle the monthly payroll for the dealership from start to finish.
• Assist in generating bonus and commission calculations.
• Update payroll-related spreadsheets daily for accuracy.

Skills

Mathematics

Attention to Detail

IT Skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Our client is a main car dealership who are looking to recruit an experienced Payroll Clerk to join their busy team.

Reporting to the HR Manager, you will be responsible for the payroll end-to-end process and managing the third-party provider. When handling all payroll processing duties, you must be dedicated and committed to accuracy in all transactions. You will also assist the HR and Accounting departments when necessary.

The main responsibilities include:

1. Handling the monthly payroll for the dealership from start to finish, including micro-payrolls.
2. Assisting in the generation of bonus and commission calculations.
3. Updating all payroll-related spreadsheets daily and ensuring they are accurate.
4. Keeping all payroll data records up to date daily.
5. Imputing all Car Benefit Scheme deductions and changes monthly, maintaining data accuracy, and providing administrative support as needed.
6. Processing HMRC payments with the FD’s approval.
7. Preparing information for third-party submissions, including pension returns, attachment of earnings, and salary sacrifice schemes.
8. Ensuring all additional staff payments are issued via bank transfer and reflected on the payslip.

As a Payroll Clerk, you will:

1. Have at least 2 years of experience in payroll functions with knowledge of payroll legislation.
2. Be excellent at maths and have a keen eye for spotting anomalies.
3. Be confident using Microsoft Office with strong IT skills.
4. Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.
5. Be friendly, professional, and able to work well within a team.
6. Salary: Basic £18,000-£20,000 depending on experience.
7. After 3 years of service, you will receive an extra 3 days holiday.