Payroll Officer

Michael Page (UK); Worcester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Une organisation à but non lucratif respectée de Worcester recherche un Payroll Officer pour gérer le cycle de paie de 550 employés. Ce rôle implique des tâches variées allant de la vérification des demandes de paie à la garantie de la conformité réglementaire. Offrant un environnement de travail collaboratif et plusieurs avantages, ce poste est idéal pour ceux cherchant à progresser dans la finance tout en contribuant à une cause significative.

Benefits

5 weeks holiday per annum plus public holidays

Access to company benefits and pension schemes

Discounted childcare at holiday day camps

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Death in Service Insurance cover

Personal Accident Insurance cover

Development programmes for all employees

Qualifications

• Précédente expérience dans un traitement de la paie similaire.
• Connaissance des réglementations salariales (PAYE, NIC, SSP, etc.).
• Compétences organisationnelles et de gestion du temps.

Responsibilities

• Superviser le cycle complet de la paie pour environ 550 employés.
• Valider les demandes de paie et résoudre les problèmes.
• Assurer la conformité avec la réglementation HMRC.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Collaboration

Numerical data accuracy

Knowledge of payroll procedures

Education

Experience in payroll processing

Tools

Payroll software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

• Immediate start
• Worcester

About Our Client

This not-for-profit organisation is a well-respected medium-sized entity with a strong presence in Worcester. It is known for its focus on delivering impactful services and fostering a supportive work environment within the Accounting & Finance department.

Job Description

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  Overseeing the full payroll cycle for approximately 550 employees each month, covering both operational and academic pay arrangements. Ensuring that all pay items are accurately recorded in iTrent, including automated claims, data conversions, and manual inputs.
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  Verifying payroll requests are authorised and complete, following up on any missing details.
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  Validating payroll output to ensure accuracy in payments, deductions, and statutory contributions.
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  Reviewing payroll data, investigating discrepancies, and resolving issues efficiently.
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  Conducting system checks to identify and escalate anomalies as needed.
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  Ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations, tax codes, statutory deductions, and pension requirements, including auto-enrolment.
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  Supporting key year-end and start-of-year tasks, including P11Ds, P60s, and HMRC reporting.
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  Maintaining secure and accessible payroll documentation for audit purposes
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  Identifying opportunities to improve payroll processes and contribute to system enhancements.
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  Monitoring payroll system performance and ensuring best practices are followed.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Payroll Officer should have:

• Previous experience in payroll processing within a similar setting.
• Strong knowledge of payroll procedures, statutory requirements, (PAYE, NIC, SSP, SMP, SAP, SPP, etc) and controls
• Attention to detail and the ability to work with numerical data accurately.
• A collaborative approach tow working across different functions to achieve the best outcomes
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in using payroll software and Microsoft Excel.

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary in the range of £30,000-£32,000 per annum.
• 5 weeks holiday per annum plus public holidays
• Permanent role with opportunities for professional development.
• Supportive work environment within a not-for-profit organisation.
• Convenient location in Worcester with good transport links.
• Access to company benefits and pension schemes.
• Discounted childcare at holiday day camps
• Cycle-to-Work scheme
• Death in Service Insurance cover and Personal Accident Insurance cover
• Development programmes for all employees

If you are a Payroll Officer looking to contribute to a meaningful cause while advancing your career in the Accounting & Finance industry, we encourage you to apply today!