Interim Payroll Officer
- Recruiter
- Anonymous
- Location
- Billericay
- Salary
- Competitive
- Posted
- 10 Feb 2018
- Closes
- 10 Mar 2018
- Sectors
- Accountancy
- Contract Type
- Contract
- Hours
- Full Time
Our client is looking for an experience Payroll Officer for a 12-month fixed term appointment.
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
To lead and manage the review and transition of payroll operations from external third-party provision to an alternative provision. To support the current team in stabilising the existing relationship, reviewing options and then setting up, managing and controlling the move to a new payroll model, including the supervision of parallel runs.
To ensure that each stage of the payroll process is properly actioned, that employees are paid correctly, and correct information is communicated to our pension providers, HMRC and other statutory bodies.
To ensure compliance with the latest relevant legislation, statutory filing deadlines and internal management reporting requirements.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Payroll processing
Set up, update and manage efficient work systems and effective internal controls within the payroll function, ensuring that processing errors are minimised and changes are reflected accurately and promptly.
Process monthly payroll amendments including starters, leavers, contract changes, tax code changes etc.
Prepare and apply maternity and paternity leave calculations and payments.
Process annual salary and bonus reviews and any incremental pay increases.
Complete all statutory and regulatory monthly and annual returns required by HMRC and the Pensions Trust and other statutory bodies.
Conduct regular checks to ensure the integrity of the payroll database.
Liaise closely with colleagues in the finance department, ensuring that monthly reconciliations for budget purposes are undertaken.
Maintain up to date and comprehensive guidance notes on payroll procedures
Line management:
Line manage the Payroll Administrator and develop their skills
Pension:
Ensure auto enrolment regulations are adhered to
Process leavers/withdrawals from the company scheme
Submit monthly pension returns to our pension provider
Legislation
Keep up to date with relevant regulations/legislation and determine the impact of any changes, implementing changes where necessary. Ensuring all employees are kept informed of changes which may impact on the organisation or individuals.
Production of management reports
Produce detailed management reports as required.
QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE:
Recent applied experience of running a large in house computerised payroll
Experience of migrating from an externally provided service to in house provision
Detailed knowledge of payroll systems, taxation and national insurance and pensions administration
Computer literate with an ability to use spreadsheets (MS Excel).
Excellent numeracy skills with a proven ability to understand and accurately process a variety of standard calculations.
A good understanding of accounting principles and their application to payroll
Experience in dealing with payroll queries and resolving these in accordance with the principles of good customer care.
Experience of working in an environment where confidentiality is essential.
Experience of computer-based systems.
Desirable
Recognised payroll qualification
Experience of the MHR system iTrent
SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:
Meticulous attention to detail.
Ability to work to tight deadlines.
Self motivated, performance driven with initiative to assess complex situations and make decisions quickly and effectively and deliver excellent customer service.
Ability to take ownership and empower others accordingly
Professional, friendly, honest and open approach with the ability to work effectively and in partnership with others both internally and externally.
Benefits include:
25 days annual leave per year + 3 days at Christmas
Private healthcare with Bups
Life assurance
Pension
Occupational sick pay
Access to flexible benefits and shopping discounts
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
To lead and manage the review and transition of payroll operations from external third-party provision to an alternative provision. To support the current team in stabilising the existing relationship, reviewing options and then setting up, managing and controlling the move to a new payroll model, including the supervision of parallel runs.
To ensure that each stage of the payroll process is properly actioned, that employees are paid correctly, and correct information is communicated to our pension providers, HMRC and other statutory bodies.
To ensure compliance with the latest relevant legislation, statutory filing deadlines and internal management reporting requirements.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Payroll processing
Set up, update and manage efficient work systems and effective internal controls within the payroll function, ensuring that processing errors are minimised and changes are reflected accurately and promptly.
Process monthly payroll amendments including starters, leavers, contract changes, tax code changes etc.
Prepare and apply maternity and paternity leave calculations and payments.
Process annual salary and bonus reviews and any incremental pay increases.
Complete all statutory and regulatory monthly and annual returns required by HMRC and the Pensions Trust and other statutory bodies.
Conduct regular checks to ensure the integrity of the payroll database.
Liaise closely with colleagues in the finance department, ensuring that monthly reconciliations for budget purposes are undertaken.
Maintain up to date and comprehensive guidance notes on payroll procedures
Line management:
Line manage the Payroll Administrator and develop their skills
Pension:
Ensure auto enrolment regulations are adhered to
Process leavers/withdrawals from the company scheme
Submit monthly pension returns to our pension provider
Legislation
Keep up to date with relevant regulations/legislation and determine the impact of any changes, implementing changes where necessary. Ensuring all employees are kept informed of changes which may impact on the organisation or individuals.
Production of management reports
Produce detailed management reports as required.
QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE:
Recent applied experience of running a large in house computerised payroll
Experience of migrating from an externally provided service to in house provision
Detailed knowledge of payroll systems, taxation and national insurance and pensions administration
Computer literate with an ability to use spreadsheets (MS Excel).
Excellent numeracy skills with a proven ability to understand and accurately process a variety of standard calculations.
A good understanding of accounting principles and their application to payroll
Experience in dealing with payroll queries and resolving these in accordance with the principles of good customer care.
Experience of working in an environment where confidentiality is essential.
Experience of computer-based systems.
Desirable
Recognised payroll qualification
Experience of the MHR system iTrent
SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:
Meticulous attention to detail.
Ability to work to tight deadlines.
Self motivated, performance driven with initiative to assess complex situations and make decisions quickly and effectively and deliver excellent customer service.
Ability to take ownership and empower others accordingly
Professional, friendly, honest and open approach with the ability to work effectively and in partnership with others both internally and externally.
Benefits include:
25 days annual leave per year + 3 days at Christmas
Private healthcare with Bups
Life assurance
Pension
Occupational sick pay
Access to flexible benefits and shopping discounts