What we're looking for
We're seeking an Accounts/Payroll Administrator with payroll experience. You will be open minded, happy to work on your own or as part of a team. You will be responsible for all payroll processes and functions with ad-hoc accounts tasks across Mercator IT Solutions.
Job Type
Full-time, permanent
Location
Crowborough/London/South East - you will be expected to travel to our Crowborough when required.
As the Payroll Administrator you will:
* Collect new employee details (P45/new starter form), adding them to payroll and advising them of payment times and how to log in to download their payslips/P60s etc.
* Process new starters/finishers.
* Maintain accurate records, advising accountants of any changes.
* Ensure billable staff have recorded their hours on our timesheet portal and assist with any queries.
* Calculate any overtime pay required.
* Calculate all commission associated with sales staff and send records to each individual.
* Record any deductions for the electric vehicle scheme, pensions, cycle to work etc.
* Handle maternity/paternity/sickness pay.
* Submit accurate monthly pay records to accountants each month including any changes to salary, deductions, commission etc.
* Handle queries in payment issues and ensure corrections are done in compliance with legislation.
* Handle other accounts duties as and when required.
You will have:
* 3-5 years of experience working in a busy payroll function.
* Good administration, planning, organising and time management skills with excellent attention to detail.
* Ability to work on your own initiative, working within a team and the ability to meet deadlines.
* High level of customer service orientation and ability to deal with people at all levels.
* Good computer skills, including excel spreadsheets and word documents at a proficient level.
* Experience of using Sage or other accounting package.
* Up-to-date knowledge of PAYE rules/Auto-enrolment pension.
* Experience of advising employees on payroll issues eg PAYE and NIC matters.
You will need:
* GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.
* Educated to degree level OR relevant experience/qualification within payroll processing.
In return you'll receive:
* A salary of £25k-£30k (depending on experience)
* Company pension
* Group life cover
* 25 days holiday per year, plus your birthday off!
* 2 days paid leave for voluntary work
* Annual training budget
* Enhanced maternity/paternity package
* Employee Assistance Programme
* We also offer an electric vehicle scheme and cycle to work scheme
.Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and the ability to pass BPSS vetting