The successful candidate will join the Payroll Operations Team, led by the Payroll Operation Leads, with responsibility for all aspects of payroll administration.,
* Running monthly payroll in accordance with the timetable.
* Managing end-of-month and year-end processes to meet legislative requirements.
* Expertly explaining complex pay scenarios and HMRC legislation.
* Handling overpayment administration and recovery.
* Facilitating payroll payments (BACS and CHAPS).
* Reconciling and submitting RTI reports to HMRC.
* Providing guidance to HR teams on payroll matters.
* Ensuring timely third-party pay overs.
* Resolving technical/data errors collaboratively.
* Efficiently addressing payroll queries within Service Now.
Any-Desk: As an 'any-desk' worker, you'll need to be connected to our network to access digital folders and resources, but this can either be from home or an office location when required. You will be required to work from the office a couple of times a week, depending on your role and team requirements., Currently, the Council follows a hybrid work model, with staff spending an average of 2 days per week in the office for meetings and collaborative work, while the rest work remotely.
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented individual to join our friendly and professional Payroll Operations team., We are looking for a candidate who has specialised operational payroll experience, handling end-to-end payroll processing within medium to large organizations. Your proven expertise should include technical payroll processing and resolving complex payroll queries. Familiarity with monthly payroll processes, HMRC requirements, and statutory deadlines is essential. Taking ownership of your work and performing to the best of your ability are integral to this role. Additionally, we are looking for:
* Knowledge of HMRC payroll legislation
* Strong ICT skills, proficiency in standard software packages like MS Office and Excel
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Highly numerate, accurate, and detail oriented, As well as providing high quality services to other areas of the Council, you could also be helping us build on the revenue which comes from our external clients. If you are ambitious, customer-focussed and bursting with new ideas, we want to hear from you.
Our team provides an exceptional, high-standard, customer-focused payroll service to Buckinghamshire Council and its external customers., We are a close-knit Payroll Operations Team who oversee payroll services for around 13,000 employees. Our team offers expert/professional support and guidance on all payroll processes and statutory obligations.
We prioritise growth, progress, and work-life balance, continually adapting to enhance our professional lives., We have a set of values, which our employees have chosen, that represent what we are - Proud, Ambitious, Collaborative and Trustworthy. By joining Buckinghamshire Council, you can expect:
* a fair and inclusive culture
* the chance to really make a difference to those around you
* health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops
* a unified voice through our Employee Representative Group
* ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us
* opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social events
At Buckinghamshire Council, we know that our biggest strength comes from the people that work for us, and that's why we're working hard to ensure we continue to be an accessible and inclusive organisation. From dedicated staff networks overseen by our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Steering Group, to proudly standing as a Disability Confident employer, it's important to us that all our colleagues feel engaged, listened to, and valued. Our offer of flexible working empowers a productive and happy workforce and allows employees to combine work with other responsibilities and commitments. We believe our workforce should reflect the diverse communities we service in Buckinghamshire, and are looking for like-minded individuals to join us in promoting equality, fairness, and inclusion for everyone.
Hard work and success deserves recognition. That's why we pride ourselves on the benefits we give our people. We actively encourage a good work-life balance and promote flexible and agile working arrangements. We provide discounts on various Cafés, restaurants, shops and auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme. We also offer a salary sacrifice personal car lease scheme to those who are eligible and have passed their probation period. In addition to the opportunity to gain membership to Costco, we have discounted gym memberships, travel discounts with Arriva and much more.