Payroll Coordinator

Forge Talent Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service provider in the UK is seeking an experienced Payroll Coordinator to manage payroll for a multi-site workforce of about 6000 employees. Ideal candidates will have experience in payroll processing and knowledge of payroll legislation, aiming for CIPP qualifications. The role offers excellent benefits, including hybrid working arrangements and career development opportunities. Join a supportive team and contribute to improving payroll functions.

Benefits

CIPP Study Support

Flexible Working Hours

Optional 4 Day Week

Private Medical and Dental Insurance

Mental Health Support

25 Days Holiday + Birthday Off

Qualifications

• Experience of processing end-to-end payroll for high volume employees.
• Understanding of payroll legislation including PAYE, NI, statutory payments.
• Ability to perform accurate calculations and reconciliations.
• Fast-paced environment experience with time-sensitive deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process 3 monthly payrolls for a workforce of circa 6000 employees.
• Manage Auto enrolment and Pension administration.
• Ensure compliance with HMRC legislation.
• Respond to employee payroll queries promptly.
• Support year-end activities like P60s and reconciliations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Computerised systems skills

Excel skills

Education

CIPP qualifications or desire to study

Tools

PXD

Job description

Payroll Coordinator / Excellent Benefits / Career Development / Hybrid Working (2 Days WFH) / CIPP Study Support

Payroll Coordinator Key Benefits

Hybrid Working (2 Days WFH)

CIPP Study Support

Flexible Working Hours

Optional 4 Day Week (Dependent Upon Business Needs)

Private Medical and Dental Insurance

Mental Health Support

25 Days Holiday + Birthday Off + Bank Holidays

Payroll Coordinator Role Overview

Forge Talent have partnered with a leading service provider as they look to further grow their local and international footprint. Due to increased business demands they are now recruiting for an experienced Payroll Coordinator to join their friendly and high performing Payroll team.

This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced and detail focussed Payroll clerk to further develop their experience in a growing role and environment. Applicants will ideally be studying towards or be keen to being the CIPP qualifications.

Payroll Coordinator Responsibilities

• Accurately processing 3 monthly payrolls for a multi-site workforce made up of circa 6000 employees.
• Taking responsibility for all aspects of Auto enrolment and Pension administration, including starters, leavers, contributions, and monthly returns.
• Continually ensuring compliance with HMRC legislation and internal policies.
• Proactively responding to employee payroll queries and working to provide a prompt and effective resolution.
• Supporting year-end activities, including P60s, P11Ds, and reconciliation tasks.
• Assisting with audits and continuous improvement initiatives within the payroll function and wider business.
• Ensure that confidentiality is maintained at all times.

Payroll Coordinator Required Experience

• Previous experience of processing and overseeing the end-to-end payroll cycle for a high volume of employees.
• A comprehensive understanding of all payroll legislation including PAYE, NI, statutory payments, and pension regulations.
• A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks inline with business needs.
• The ability to work towards time sensitive deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Exposure to processing statutory payments (SSP / SMP / SPP).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly communicate payroll information to employees.
• The ability to perform accurate calculations and reconciliations.
• Be studying towards CIPP qualifications or a desire to begin studies.
• Strong computerised systems and Excel skills (experience of using PXD is highly advantageous although not essential).
• A positive approach to tasks and duties with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a friendly team.
• A desire to continue to develop in a payroll career path.
• TPS (Teachers Pension Scheme) exposure is highly advantageous.

If you are an experienced Payroll professional looking to utilise and develop your experience within a supportive culture and environment, I am very keen to speak to you. Please contact Rosie at Forge Talent or submit your CV for review.