Payroll Specialist

Tetra Tech; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of engineering services, Tetra Tech, is seeking a Payroll Specialist for its Leeds office. This role involves processing payroll for approximately 2800 employees and managing pension schemes, requiring meticulous attention to detail and experience in statutory payments. Candidates with a CIPP qualification and proficiency in Excel will thrive in a fast-paced environment, contributing to an efficient payroll function.

Qualifications

• CIPP or similar qualification preferred.
• Competent in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Experience processing multiple payrolls desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with end-to-end payroll processing for approx. 2800 employees.
• Liaise with external payroll providers and stakeholders.
• Manage pension scheme administration including auto enrolment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Knowledge of calculating and processing statutory payments

Competent knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Knowledge and experience of IR35 payroll processing

Ability to adapt to changes in a fast-paced environment

Education

CIPP or similar qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Due to upcoming changes to the payroll function Tetra Tech is looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our shared services team, based in Leeds. Reporting directly to the Payroll Manager your will work alongside other payroll professionals to e nsure the monthly payroll is processed in a timely and accurate manner.

Your Responsibilities

· Assisting with end to end processing of payroll for approx. 2800 employees with a view to this increasing.

· Supporting the migration of other Tetra Tech Operating units on to Tetra Tech systems

· End to end IR35 payroll processing.

· Process the monthly payroll including starters, leavers, and all other movements.

· Effectively liaise with the external payroll providers.

· Working with internal and external stakeholders on the benefit schemes.

· Continuously review and update internal and external payroll processes.

· Understanding and dealing with payroll related queries in an efficient and effective manner.

· To undertake all aspects of pension scheme administration including auto enrolment requirements.

· To assist with updating the P11D system with quarterly car changes for submission to HMRC and end of year data.

· To assist with the change to payrolling of benefits.

· To produce weekly and monthly reports for stakeholders.

· To process third party payments.

· Other payroll admin tasks

Skills and Experience

The knowledge and experience required for this role is as follows:

· CIPP or similar qualification is preferred.

· Competent knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word is required.

· An ability to understand working alongside a payroll bureau is desirable.

· Knowledge and experience of IR35 payroll processing is desirable.

· Experience of processing multiple payrolls is desirable.

· Have the ability to adapt to changes in a fast-paced environment.

· Knowledge of calculating and processing statutory payments (SMP, SSP, etc) is required.

· Knowledge and experience of Salary Sacrifice and National Minimum Wage is required.

· Knowledge and experience of manually calculating payments gross to net is required.

· Knowledge of benefit and pension schemes for processing and reconciliation is desirable.

· Demonstrate excellent attention to detail and be able to take ownership of and accept responsibility for tasks.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. We combine the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. We are Leading with Science to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients.

At Tetra Tech, we provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity. We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits. Learn more by visiting www.tetratecheurope.com/careers

For more information on our company, please visit our website at www.tetratecheurope.com . To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter on the Careers portion of our website at Tetra Tech Europe Careers - Jobs (selectminds.com)

Tetra Tech is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity/shared parental leave, in line with t

he Equalities Act 2010.

We are very happy to discuss flexible working, including the possibility of reduced hours, flexible start and finish times, or compressed hours. We can offer a range of solutions to help you to get the most out of your work / life balance.