Payroll Officer

About the company:
A global leader with nearly 3,000 employees across 16 countries, including over 800 employees in the UK. Their commitment to excellence drives their success, and we are looking for a dedicated Payroll Officer to join a dynamic team.
 
Role Overview:
As a Payroll Officer, you will play a crucial role in managing the company’s bi-monthly payrolls, ensuring all employees are paid accurately and on time. You will independently handle the end-to-end payroll process while receiving guidance and training from the Payroll Manager.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Payroll Management: Oversee the accurate calculation and payment of company and statutory payments for our bi-monthly payrolls.
• Compliance: Ensure payroll processes comply with company policies and PAYE legislation.
• Data Accuracy: Monitor and manage the accuracy of time and attendance data, ensuring correct transfer to the HR system.
• Payments: Ensure timely and accurate payments to HMRC and third-party providers.
• Employee Queries: Address payroll-related queries from employees, providing resolutions within agreed timeframes.
• Support: Assist the Payroll Manager with producing P45s, P60s, P11Ds, and supporting payroll projects and testing.
• Pensions Administration: Manage the administration of the pension scheme, including processing monthly deductions and handling auto-enrolment services.
• Systems Management: Support SAP payroll changes and work with HRIS SuccessFactors to maintain data synchronization with SAP Payroll.

 
Qualifications and Experience:

• Experience: Proven experience managing monthly and hourly payrolls, preferably using SuccessFactors and SAP.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of UK tax rules and pensions obligations.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail is essential.
• Certification: CIPP Payroll Technician Certificate or higher is preferred.

 
Skills and Competencies:
 

• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical skills, including intermediate Excel proficiency.
• Communication: Excellent written communication skills.
• Collaboration: Ability to build strong working relationships with teams, departments, managers, and colleagues.
• Resilience: Ability to adapt and thrive in a dynamic environment.
• Time Management: Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage priorities autonomously.
• Continuous Learning: A desire to learn and grow within the role.

 
Why Join?

• Global Impact: Be part of a company that makes a difference worldwide.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for training and career development.
• Collaborative Environment: Work in a supportive and dynamic team setting.
• Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary and benefits package.

 
If you are a detail-oriented payroll professional with a passion for accuracy and compliance, we would love to hear from you. Apply now or for further information contact Lucia Coppock at Pertemps London to be a key player in ensuring our people are paid accurately and on time.