Oakley Recruitment is working in partnership with an expanding organisation based in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity to join the team as a Payroll Technician on initially an 8 Month FTC Culture and Environment Our clients culture is vibrant and driven, the team are passionate about the customer journey and enjoy working to their own personal and professional targets. The behaviours of the team are supportive and respectful and they enjoy supporting one another. The office space is iconic and has a professional, corporate and inviting work space Personality This is a crucial role and requires ownership and accountability for customer enquiries and requests, playing a major part in how our customers perceive our service and the overall customer experience. You will be providing an excellent service to our professional customers and have the ability to handle and prioritise multiple tasks and meet all deadlines Reward 28 days annual leave (plus 1 additional culture day & bank holidays) increases to 30 days with 5 years service Hybrid working 1-2 days a week in the office once trained 35 hours per week Monday Friday 9.00am 5.00pm Free secure underground Birmingham city centre parking (available on weekends for personal use) Annual bonus up to 10% Pension contributions matched ( 2%) up to 10% Cashback and discounts on major brands in retail, leisure, health, and wellbeing Enhanced maternity & paternity pay 2 volunteering days per year Car Scheme available through salary sacrifice Life assurance 4 times salary Buy up to 5 extra days annual leave per year and sell up to 3 days per year Job Role: Processing new pension customers and leavers Implementing any changes i.e. address details, bank details, pension increases Changing tax codes as notified by HMRC Completing final calculation and check gross to net figures Preparing BACS file Reconciling control accounts Performing manual calculations and raising any payments required outside of the normal payroll run Assisting with the reconciliation of the GL accounts, compliance reports, month end reporting Ensuring all files in relation to RTI are processed, checked, validated and sent to HMRC by required deadlines to ensure that no penalties are issued Responsible for transmission of BACS file via PTX Skills and experience: Experience in payroll and, preferably, a CIPP qualification Can demonstrate knowledge and awareness of the latest developments within payroll legislation, PAYE and expense regulations Be an approachable, positive, team member with a strong focus on customer service Excellent problem-solving skills Ability to work under pressure remains calm, objective and controlled in responding to urgent or demanding situations Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing Excellent organisational skills, accuracy and attention to detail Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion Have an understanding of the annuity process Excellent PC skills Including MS Word and Excel Please Note: We do not contact or write to unsuccessful candidates. If we have not contacted you within 48 hours of your application, you should presume that your application was unsuccessful. By applying for this vacancy, you are permitting for Oakley Recruitment to contact you and retain your details. In compliance with the regulations (April 2004) in place under the Employment Agencies Act, Oakley Recruitment will require proof of identification. A copy of your passport, birth certificate and NI number will be required, as part of your interview process.