Payroll Officer
* Annual Salary: £25,000 to £28,000
* Location: Southend on Sea
* Job Type: Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday (No Hybrid)
We are seeking a dedicated Payroll Officer to join our team. This role involves managing payroll operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance, and providing support across various payroll-related functions. Ideal candidates will have experience with ERP systems and a keen attention to detail.
Day-to-day of the role:
* Preparation of Weekly Expense Payments: Assist in preparing weekly expense payments using the ERP (SAP) system.
* Timely Rectification of Pay Errors: Support the resolution of pay errors promptly, ensuring appropriate recording for statistical analysis and process improvement.
* Third-Party Enquiries: Handle enquiries from external bodies such as rental agencies, CSA, and legal firms via letter, phone, or email.
* Electronic Despatch of Payroll Materials: Assist with sending payslips, P60s, and other payroll-related documents electronically, as well as completing and dispatching P11Ds.
* Team Integration and Support: Work as an integral member of the team, building rapport and providing support to colleagues when needed.
* System Testing Support: Participate in system testing due to payroll system configuration updates or year-end patching.
* Assistance with Payroll-Related Projects: Contribute to projects involving payroll-related topics.
* Support to Employee Relations and HR Services: Provide assistance to Employee Relations and HR Shared Services colleagues with general enquiries and duties as needed.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* 1-2 years of payroll experience.
* Able to use Microsoft Office products to an intermediate level.
* Experience of an ERP system, preferably SAP.
* Keen attention to detail and accuracy.
* High level of numeracy skills.
* Strong planning and organising skills.
* Excellent communication skills.
* Effective problem analysis and problem-solving skills.
* Desirable: CIPP accreditation such as National Payroll Certificate.
Benefits:
* Company Sick Pay.
* Annual leave entitlement of 22 days per year plus bank holidays and access to a holiday buying scheme.
* Company Pension Scheme.
* Life Assurance Scheme.
* Access to an Online GP Service for you and your dependents.
* Learning & Development opportunities including eLearning courses, apprenticeships, and in-house training.
* Health and Wellbeing access to mental health support specialists.
To be considered, please apply today!
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