Payroll Specialist

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to manage international payroll processes. This role involves ensuring accurate payroll records, interpreting policies related to payroll and benefits, and providing exceptional customer service to employees regarding their pay and benefits. The ideal candidate will bring 3-5 years of payroll experience and proficiency in payroll systems, along with strong skills in MS Office, particularly Excel. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will help streamline payroll operations and enhance employee satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of payroll and general office experience.
• Proficiency with payroll systems and MS Office, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Process international employer payrolls and maintain payroll information.
• Compile payroll data and ensure accuracy in payroll records.

Skills

Payroll Processing

Attention to Detail

Customer Service

MS Office (Excel)

Multi-country Pay Laws

Education

Associate’s Degree

Related Experience

Tools

Payroll Systems

Job description

Job Title: Payroll Specialist

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing international employer payrolls on a semi-monthly basis, maintaining and inputting payroll information accurately. This role manages the day-to-day application of the company's benefits and oversees various payroll systems. The position also involves handling confidential company and employee information and maintaining accurate administrative records.

What you’ll be doing:

1. Interpret, implement, and maintain policies and procedures related to payroll and benefits configuration.
2. Compile payroll data such as hours worked, paid and unpaid time, incentives, commissions, benefits elections, taxes, insurance, and employee identification from various records.
3. Ensure the Payroll and HRIS databases reflect current and accurate information.
4. Review wages computed and correct errors to ensure payroll accuracy.
5. Record changes affecting net wages, such as exemptions, insurance coverage, and loan payments, to update payroll records.
6. Record data related to employee transfers, new hires, and terminations.
7. Prepare periodic reports of earnings, taxes, and deductions.
8. Maintain records of leave pay and nontaxable wages.
9. Provide customer service to employees regarding pay, benefits, and taxes.
10. Ensure timely production and distribution of W2s.
11. Maintain personnel and payroll records according to legal requirements.
12. Notify benefit carriers of employee changes affecting benefits.
13. Assist employees with benefit issues and communicate benefit plan changes.
14. Educate employees about leaves of absence and process related paperwork.
15. Respond to unemployment claims notifications.
16. Ensure completion of new hire paperwork accurately and timely.
17. Process employment verification requests.
18. Assist with filing Worker’s Compensation claims and employee return-to-work procedures.
19. Advise and assist with company policies and procedures.
20. Conduct new employee orientations.
21. Perform other duties as assigned.

What we’re looking for:

• 3-5 years of payroll and general office experience.
• Proficiency with payroll systems.
• Knowledge of multi-country pay and employment laws is preferred.
• Intermediate to advanced skills in MS Office, especially Excel.
• Ability to multitask and maintain attention to detail.

Bonus Points:

Education:

Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.