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- Location: SE1, London
- Job Type: Hybrid, Temporary (3 months with potential extension)
- Hourly Rate: PAYE £17.02 / Ltd Umb £21.49
Join the London Fire Brigade as a Payroll Officer in a crucial role that supports the payment of salaries and expenses for approximately 7,000 salaried employees. This position is an immediate start and offers a hybrid working environment, combining onsite and remote work. The role involves a range of financial transactions including payroll processing, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
Day-to-day of the role:- Prepare and process input data for the payroll, creditors/debtors, and finance systems, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.
- Handle manual payments for payroll, incorporating the correct application of Income Tax, National Insurance, and other statutory and non-statutory deductions.
- Check output produced by the payroll and/or creditor/debtor systems after payment runs and distribute as appropriate.
- Manage petty cash and purchase card claims and payments, addressing any related queries.
- Use Microsoft Office tools like Outlook, Word, and Excel, along with other financial software as required.
- Assist the Payroll team and provide backfill support for ongoing payroll projects, such as pensions remedy and the implementation of iTrent.
- Experience in payroll processing and handling financial transactions.
- Proficient in using Microsoft Office applications and financial software.
- Strong numerical and analytical skills.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to meet strict deadlines.
- Good communication skills for liaising with Brigade staff, external suppliers, contractors, and agencies.
- Competitive hourly rate.
- Flexible hybrid working arrangement.
- Opportunity to extend the contract beyond the initial 3 months.
To apply for this Payroll Officer position, please submit your CV
