Details:
- Salary: £26,000 - 29,000 - Annum
- Location: Birmingham West Midlands
- Date: 2 weeks ago
Description:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Payroll Officer in the public sector, based in Birmingham. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of all payroll procedures within the Accounting & Finance Department.
Client Details
Public Sector organisation with a sizeable team stationed in Birmingham. They hold a significant position in the community and are committed to delivering the highest level of service to the public.
Description
The Payroll Officer will;
Assist in the preparation and processing of the monthly payroll.
Processing starters/leavers, sickness, overtime, on call, standby and other allowances, changes of pay.
To process all types of manual payroll calculations, payments and deductions including salary sacrifice schemes and all other schemes
To have an extensive knowledge of Gross pay, Net pay, PAYE/NIC, tax code changes, student loans and statutory payments e.g. redundancy, SMP,SAP, SPP and SSP etc.
Overpayments and Underpayments tracking and resolving in line with the policies and procedures.
Ensure payroll is processed in an accurate, compliant, and timely manner.
Prepare and submit reports to HMRC.
Resolve payroll discrepancies by collecting and analysing information.
Provide payroll information by answering questions and requests.
Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Handle and resolve payroll queries in a timely manner.Profile
A successful Payroll Officer should have:
A degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
Experience in a medium to large payroll environment.
Previous knowledge of Tax, National Insurance, SSP, SMP, SPP and SAP is mandatory.
iTrent or similar Payroll system literate and able to learn and improve systems as per business needs
Proven experience in a payroll position in the public sector.
Strong knowledge of payroll software and HMRC regulations.
Excellent numerical skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.Job Offer
An annual salary between £26,000 and £29,000
Comprehensive benefits package.
Opportunity to work with a dedicated and professional team in the public sector.
Located in the heart of Birmingham with excellent transport links.
Fixed term contract with potential for extension.We encourage all suitable candidates to apply and look forward to receiving your application