Payroll Officer

Sky Personnel; Biggin Hill; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local staffing agency is seeking an experienced Payroll Officer for a client in Westerham, Kent. Responsibilities include processing payroll accurately, managing payroll-related queries, and ensuring compliance with reporting requirements. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of payroll experience, proficiency with payroll software, and strong communication skills. This full-time role offers hybrid working options and various benefits.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus

Additional annual leave

Company-sponsored events

Company pension scheme

Statutory sick pay

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' payroll experience with computerised payroll software.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Accurately process daily payroll submissions.
• Submit weekly payroll reports including RTI submissions.
• Manage and resolve payroll-related inquiries professionally.

Skills

Payroll processing

Communication skills

Time management

Microsoft Excel

Tools

Computerised payroll software

Microsoft Word

Job description

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Officer for one of our clients based locally in Westerham, Kent. The main objective is to manage the end-to-end processing of payroll activities in a fast-paced and client-focused environment. The successful candidate will ensure payroll is processed accurately and efficiently, manage related reporting responsibilities, and serve as the primary point of contact for all payroll-related queries

Key Responsibilities:

• Accurately process daily payroll submissions from receipt through to finalisation

• Reconcile payroll data and ensure timely issuance of client invoices

• Submit weekly payroll reports to HMRC, including Real-Time Information (RTI) submissions, statutory year-end returns, and P60s

• Process employee leavers and support the administration of the company pension scheme

• Manage and resolve payroll-related enquiries and invoice discrepancies promptly and professionally

• Generate payroll reports in line with internal and client business requirements

• Apply and update statutory payments including SSP, SMP, SPP, and other entitlements

• Maintain and update the payroll database to ensure accurate records

• Produce sample payroll data for internal analysis or client proposals

• Issue duplicate payslips, invoices, and other relevant payroll documentation as required

• Respond to client and customer queries via phone and email in a professional and timely manner

Candidate Requirements:

• A minimum of 2 years' payroll experience, with significant hands-on experience using computerised payroll software

• Ability to multitask and operate efficiently in a dynamic and fast-paced environment

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Strong time management skills with the ability to meet strict deadlines

• Confident in handling telephone enquiries and delivering high-quality customer service

Benefits:

• Performance-based bonus

• Additional annual leave

• Company-sponsored events

• Company pension scheme

• Statutory sick pay

Schedule:
Monday to Friday (Full-time, hybrid working offered)