Can you handle a busy workload, whilst keeping calm and collected?

Are you able to deal with a high volume of emails and calls? Are you experienced with payroll, accountancy and working with various teams within an organisation?

We are seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Payroll Officer/Coordinator to join our client's finance team. You will be responsible for managing payroll processes, ensuring accurate and timely payment to employees, and maintaining compliance with relevant regulations.

Our client is a progressive and expanding accountancy practice based near Dartford, Kent.

Responsibilities

Convert Excel spreadsheets with hours and rates into CSV format for seamless importing into the payroll system.
Import CSV files into the Merit payroll system while ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
Collaborate closely with the Payroll Manager and the Registrations Team to ensure smooth operations.
Manage your workload effectively, prioritise tasks and handle a busy inbox.
Address incoming calls and inquiries, escalate issues to the relevant parties as necessary.
Resolve payroll discrepancies or explain complex payroll concepts to employees and clients.
Keep payroll weekly and additional payment sheets updated.
Cover Payroll Manager in their absence.
Payroll processing: generate Trials / Journals and produce payment schedules for BACS payments (umbrella payroll)
Process weekly payrolls and additional/favour payments, review client billable expenses and ensure all figures balance
Manage all aspects of statutory payments and deductions.

Requirements

Proven experience in a payroll or accounting role
Proficient in Microsoft Excel
Proficiency in accounting software
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets.
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
Ability to handle sensitive information confidentially and professionally.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.

This is a full-time, Monday to Friday office based role.

**A MUST: Driving Licence and access to own car - due to the location of the office**

Are you looking for that local opportunity within a dynamic team for a top Accountancy Firm in Kent, We want to hear from you!

Job Type: Full-time