Payroll Coordinator - 12-month FTC

MAZARS UK; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm is seeking a Payroll Coordinator for a 12-month FTC in their Central London office. The role includes managing payroll processes, ensuring compliance with legislation, and collaborating with various teams. The company prides itself on diversity and a hybrid working environment, offering employees support during recruitment.

Qualifications

• Experience in internal payroll or bureau services.
• Knowledge of payroll legislation.
• Must possess good IT and Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day administration of staff payroll.
• Process manual payroll calculations and manage pension schemes.
• Liaise with HR, Finance, and HMRC as needed.

Skills

Payroll legislation knowledge

Proficiency with payroll software

Intermediate Excel skills

Excellent written communication

Strong numeracy skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Payroll Coordinator - 12-month FTC (4908)

Our Business Services team is a collective of creative, strategic, forward-thinking business enablers. Together, the People & Culture, Marketing & Communications, IT, Operations, Finance, and Quality & Risk Management teams work to ensure Mazars has the right tools, technology, strategies, and services to deliver exceptional client service and future-proof our growing business.

Job Purpose

As an Internal Payroll Coordinator, you will work closely with the Payroll Manager and team members to process the internal payroll from start to finish. This includes liaising with HR, Rewards & Benefits, and Finance teams, producing monthly reports, reconciling data, and addressing staff queries.

Job Role

1. Manage the day-to-day administration of staff payroll.
2. Utilize payroll software efficiently, including import/export functions and report writing.
3. Process all manual payroll calculations, including salary sacrifice schemes.
4. Apply knowledge of PAYE/NIC, statutory payments, redundancy, family leave, SSP, etc.
5. Manage pension schemes, including AE processes and pension uploads to providers' websites.
6. Handle BACS payments.
7. Stay updated on payroll legislation and compliance requirements.
8. Perform payroll reconciliations and analysis proactively.
9. Liaise with HMRC and assist with technical inquiries as needed.
10. Use initiative to resolve issues, support team members, and seek advice when necessary.
11. Develop and maintain relationships with internal contacts at all levels.

Person Specification

1. Experience in internal payroll or bureau services.
2. Up-to-date knowledge of payroll legislation and proficiency with payroll software.
3. Good IT skills, with intermediate Excel skills being essential.
4. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
5. Ability to organize and prioritize work effectively.
6. Strong numeracy skills.
7. Attention to detail and accuracy.
8. Team-oriented attitude and willingness to respond to team requests.
9. Desire to enhance payroll expertise and knowledge.

About Forvis Mazars

Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network operating under a single brand worldwide, with two members: Forvis Mazars LLP in the US and Forvis Mazars Group SC internationally. We are committed to providing unmatched client experiences through audit & assurance, tax, and advisory services, and strive to move our clients, people, industries, and communities forward.

We are a diverse, multicultural, multi-generational team that values ownership, involvement, and individual ideas. We empower our people, celebrate individuality, and foster teamwork and agility. Our bold foresight encourages personal contributions to our shared purpose, supporting everyone to reach their full potential.

Central London based office with a hybrid working model.

We are committed to inclusion and accessibility. Please contact us to discuss any support you may need during the recruitment process. Learn more at forvismazars.com/uk.