Payroll Officer - Local Authority

Confidential; England; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential, a Local Authority in Berkshire, is seeking an experienced Payroll Officer on a 3-month contract with hybrid working. The role focuses on delivering a professional payroll service, ensuring accuracy, and maintaining compliance with pension regulations and local government procedures.

You will handle payroll queries, process transactions, support LGPS and Teachers' Pension submissions, and work with HR, Finance, and external partners to resolve payroll matters while delivering

Qualifications

• Experience using the iTrent HR and Payroll System.
• Strong payroll administration experience within a complex organisation.
• Knowledge of Local Government terms and conditions of employment.
• Knowledge of Teachers' terms and conditions of employment.
• Understanding of Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) regulations.
• Understanding of Teachers' Pension Scheme regulations.
• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent).
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to process payroll information accurately.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide payroll advice and guidance to managers, employees, and external stakeholders.
• Act as the first point of contact for payroll enquiries, resolving issues promptly and professionally.
• Process payroll transactions accurately and within agreed deadlines.
• Support monthly payroll processing, payroll reconciliation, and reporting requirements.
• Administer Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and Teachers' Pension submissions.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and audit trails in line with internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with payroll legislation, policies, procedures, and data protection requirements.
• Work collaboratively with HR, Finance, managers, and external partners to resolve payroll-related matters.
• Assist with payroll process improvements and service enhancements.
• Deliver a high-quality customer-focused service across telephone, email, face-to-face, and written communications.

Skills

Payroll administration

LGPS knowledge

Teachers' Pension Scheme knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

GCSE Maths and English

Tools

iTrent HR and Payroll System

Job description

Payroll Officer

Local Authority in Berkshire
Competitive Hourly Rate
Hybrid Working

Reed Public Sector is delighted to be partnering with a Local Authority in Berkshire to recruit an experienced Payroll Officer on an initial 3-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional with local government experience to join a busy and supportive HR and Payroll team.

The Role

As a Payroll Officer, you will provide operational support to deliver a professional and efficient payroll service, acting as the first point of contact for payroll queries while ensuring payrolls are processed accurately and on time. You will play a key role in maintaining compliance with payroll legislation, pension regulations, and local authority procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide payroll advice and guidance to managers, employees, and external stakeholders.
• Act as the first point of contact for payroll enquiries, resolving issues promptly and professionally.
• Process payroll transactions accurately and within agreed deadlines.
• Support monthly payroll processing, payroll reconciliation, and reporting requirements.
• Administer Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and Teachers' Pension submissions.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and audit trails in line with internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with payroll legislation, policies, procedures, and data protection requirements.
• Work collaboratively with HR, Finance, managers, and external partners to resolve payroll-related matters.
• Assist with payroll process improvements and service enhancements.
• Deliver a high-quality customer-focused service across telephone, email, face-to-face, and written communications.

About You

Essential

• Experience using the iTrent HR and Payroll System.
• Strong payroll administration experience within a complex organisation.
• Knowledge of Local Government terms and conditions of employment.
• Knowledge of Teachers' terms and conditions of employment.
• Understanding of Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) regulations.
• Understanding of Teachers' Pension Scheme regulations.
• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent experience).
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to process payroll information accurately.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Have the expertise and experience?