Payroll Officer

Adecco; Stafford; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Professional development

Supportive environment

Disability-confident employer

Job summary

Staffordshire Police is seeking a dedicated Payroll Officer to join their Cannock team on a 12-month temporary contract. The role focuses on delivering accurate payroll and pensions processing, ensuring compliance with HMRC rules, and providing excellent service to Officers and staff.

The successful candidate will manage monthly payroll cycles, handle PAYE/NI queries, and support the Payroll & Pensions Manager with ad-hoc projects. GCSEs and Excel proficiency are desirable.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and numerical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience in a payroll function with understanding of payroll and employment legislation.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships at all levels.
• Proactive approach to identifying and implementing process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently manage the monthly payroll cycle for Staffordshire Police, ensuring pay-affecting transactions are processed accurately and timely.
• Address complex payroll-related queries from employees and stakeholders, providing expert advice on PAYE, NI, SMP, SSP, and Pension.
• Conduct quality assurance checks and resolve discrepancies to ensure accurate payroll processing.
• Assist in historical pay cases and maintain compliance with HMRC regulations.
• Support the Payroll & Pensions Manager with ad-hoc projects and data requests.

Skills

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Interpersonal skills

Process improvement

Education

GCSEs in Mathematics and English

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Advert: Payroll Officer

Our client Staffordshire Police are seeking a dedicated Payroll Officer to join their team based in Cannock. This temporary role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the payroll operations of an esteemed institution for a contract length of 12 months

Position Details

Contract Type: Temporary
Hourly Rate: 14.55
Working Pattern: Full Time - Hybrid
Location: Cannock

Role Overview

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in maintaining the effective operation of all payroll and pensions remedy activities. Responsibilities will include ensuring accurate and timely input of information into the payroll system, adhering to statutory and legislative compliance, and providing exceptional customer service to both Officers and Staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Efficiently manage the monthly payroll cycle for Staffordshire Police, ensuring pay-affecting transactions are processed accurately and timely.
• Address complex payroll-related queries from employees and stakeholders, providing expert advice on PAYE, NI, SMP, SSP, and Pension.
• Conduct quality assurance checks and resolve discrepancies to ensure accurate payroll processing.
• Assist in historical pay cases and maintain compliance with HMRC regulations.
• Support the Payroll & Pensions Manager with ad-hoc projects and data requests.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Strong analytical and numerical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience in a payroll function, demonstrating a thorough understanding of payroll and employment legislation.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships at all levels.
• A proactive approach to identifying and implementing process improvements.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in Mathematics and English at Grade C (4) or above.
• Familiarity with an integrated HR and Payroll system is advantageous.

Perks and Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate of 14.55.
• Opportunities for hybrid working arrangements.
• A supportive and inclusive working environment.
• Professional development and training opportunities.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer.

The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.