Job Title - Reading Job description We are recruiting for a Payroll Associate to join BDO, an accountancy and business advisory firm, in their payroll team. This permanent opportunity is offering an excellent salary. Alongside this, there is also a generous standard benefits package. About the role: Our clients trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with clients and building long-lasting relationships. You’ll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you’ll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO’s Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You’ll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. Key responsibilities include; Maintain a portfolio of client payrolls processing around 1000 headcount. An understanding of current PAYE and NIC legislation that affects payroll. Ensure all starters, leavers, benefits and allowances information is entered on to the Payroll database and update the relevant spreadsheet to record all entries made Calculate leavers pay when leaving mid-month Calculation of statutory payments Process P45 forms Print and sort payslips for distribution Run payroll reports Ensure monthly salary payment for client payrolls are transferred to the correct accounts in a timely manner Upload FPS and EPS reports to HMRC as required Good understanding of the payroll software and its functionality Respond to client queries regarding payroll in a professional and timely manner Deal with HMRC correspondence enquiries Maintain an up to date client status schedule? Deal with general administrative duties, as requested Assist the Supervisors with BACS uploading. Review / Quality Check Associates’ payrolls to ensure accuracy. Resolve any issues with clients / deal with complaints / escalations Periodically review payrolls to ensure effective processing About you: Be aware of and comply with the firm’s policies at all times Record time accurately using Workday and be familiar with billing. Any other duties appropriate to the grade and level of responsibility of this post, for which the post holder has the necessary experience and/or training Be aware of the firm’s risk management and practice assurance procedures and ensure compliance Ensure continuing professional development is up to date at all times Should be studying towards a professional qualification or possesses commensurate professional experience Has developed ‘on-the-job’ knowledge of the technical procedures and application for own subject area, gained through experience Undertakes tasks within clearly defined procedures, paying close attention to detail Understands how own duties relate to others in immediate work area Makes judgement by selecting between pre-defined solutions to ensure accuracy and quality of the tasks executed Communicates and exchanges information with colleagues in immediate work area Developing vocational skills which require some supervision Performs administrative tasks with some direction Qualification with the CIPP in terms of either a Payroll Technician Certificate or Year 1 of the Foundation Degree in Payroll Management completed, or equivalent, is highly desirable A strong work ethic and willingness to assist other members of the team when required. Able to multi-task and to prioritise payroll workload Have a knowledge of changes to legislation which effect payroll Confident and competent in dealing with clients Additional Information: Location: Reading Duration: Permanent Benefits: 25 day’s holiday, a personal pension scheme with matched employer contributions, life assurance cover and income protection cover. In addition to this, a range of voluntary benefits is on offer including; buy up to ten days’ extra holiday; add on private medical, personal accident, dental insurance or travel insurance; Bike to Work scheme; discounts off cinemas, dining, and gyms; an interest free season ticket loan or interest free graduate loan; childcare vouchers; online health assessment and employee assistance programme.Are you ready to join the team? Click on the link to apply Job Title - Reading