Payroll Officer - Local Authority

Reed; England; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Reed Public Sector partners with a Local Authority in Berkshire to recruit a Payroll Officer on an initial 3-month contract. The role supports the payroll service, handles queries, and ensures timely, compliant processing within a busy HR and Payroll team.

Experience with iTrent and LGPS/Teachers' Pension schemes is essential, along with strong attention to detail and excellent communication across stakeholders.

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 accuracy.
• 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

iTrent HR/Payroll

Payroll administration

Local Government terms & conditions

Teachers' terms & conditions

LGPS

Teachers' Pension Scheme

GCSE Maths & English

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

GCSE Maths & English

Tools

iTrent

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?