Payroll Systems OfficerLocal Authority TynesideNewcastle BasedFlexible start and finish times 37 Hours per week (Some night and weekend work available)Office Based Role6 Month Contract£25ph Umbrella(Payrate is flexible for the right candidate)Job PurposeWe are seeking a highly experienced Payroll Systems Officer to support our project team on the implementation of our new People System. This role will be office based, 37 hours per week Monday - Friday with flexibility around start and finish times. Due to the tight timescales of the project there may be a need for some evening and weekend work. The project is currently in a parallel runs phase, so the successful candidate will need strong analytical skills and attention to detail to identify anomalies and themes within the data from both the new system and the legacy system. An inquisitive mindset and the ability to work under pressure are essential to the role. Please note the job description attached is to give a flavour of the duties but the post holder will be solely focusing on work around implementation of the new system.Main responsibilitiesLeadership and Supervision: Lead and manage the payroll team, providing guidance, support, and training to ensure high performance and professional development.Payroll Processing: Oversee the accurate and timely processing of payroll, including salary calculations, deductions, third party reconciliations.Pensions Management: Oversee pension-related processes, ensuring compliance and accuracy in all pension transactions and reporting.System Implementation: Support the implementation of new people systems or manage I-Trent, ensuring seamless integration and data accuracy.Compliance: Ensure payroll practices comply with all relevant laws and regulations (including pay gaps) and handle any discrepancies or issues that arise.Process Improvement: Continuously seek ways to improve payroll processes for greater efficiency and accuracy.Issue Resolution: Address and resolve any payroll-related queries or issues that are escalated by team members.Reporting: Prepare and analyse payroll reports, providing insights on employee pay, bonuses, and other payroll metrics.Data Management: Ensure the integrity and accuracy of payroll data, collaborating with People, Data and Project teams to streamline data workflows and provide data assurance.Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed.If this role is of interest, please just respond to this advert with an up to date copy of your CV or call Jake on
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Service Care Solutions - Legal
Posted 14 hours ago, valid for 4 days
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland NE19 2BG, England
Part Time
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Sonic Summary
- The Payroll Systems Officer position is based in Tyneside, Newcastle, offering flexible start and finish times for a 37-hour work week.
- The role is a 6-month contract with a pay rate of £25 per hour umbrella, which is flexible for the right candidate.
- Candidates should have strong analytical skills and attention to detail, as they will be involved in the implementation of a new People System.
- Leadership, payroll processing, pensions management, and compliance are key responsibilities of this role.
- A minimum of 3 years of experience in payroll or a related field is required for applicants.
