Star Payroll Officer

Taylor James Resourcing; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable accounting firm in London is seeking an experienced Payroll Officer to handle client payrolls accurately and respond to queries. The role requires knowledge of Star or Iris software and involves preparing payslips, ensuring compliance with statutory deadlines, and client management. The position offers a flexible initial contract of 21 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Experience as a payroll officer is essential.
• Knowledge of payroll software Star or Iris.
• Ability to handle client queries and provide guidance.

Responsibilities

• Process client payrolls accurately and timely.
• Prepare monthly payslips and submit as required.
• Comply with all statutory filings and deadlines.
• Assist with payroll advice to clients and staff.

Skills

Star knowledge

Iris knowledge

Attention to detail

Client management

Job description

Payroll Officer – Star

This well established accountants and consultants have an excellent market reputation and an extremely friendly work environment. They are now looking for an experienced payroll officer with Star or Iris knowledge to join them on a two to three month initial contract working twenty one hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Process client payrolls accurately and in a timely fashion, in accordance with payroll procedures and using the software designated by the firm.
• Take ownership of a portfolio of clients with an expectation to meet with the client as and when required, including attending meetings at clients’ premises, and regular discussions via conference calls.
• Prepare monthly payslips for client employees and directors and submit these in accordance with the requirements of the clients.
• Assist the Client Payroll Manager to make such arrangements for the payment of client payroll wages, salaries and statutory payments as are required by agreement and statute, in a timely fashion.
• Comply, on behalf of clients, with all statutory filings within the deadlines set.
• Prepare Year End returns for clients, including P60s, P11Ds and PSA’s, ensuring that all the correct forms are completed and submitted by the appropriate deadlines.
• Prepare schedules to ensure that all information is received on time and passed to HMRC before the deadline date.
• Quality assurance and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with advice and guidance and answer queries arising from the Payroll Assistants.
• Liaising with HMRC and other government agencies to answer any queries arising.
• Set up new PAYE scheme with HMRC.