Payroll Specialist

If you’re a detail-oriented payroll professional looking to join a supportive team where accuracy and excellent service are highly valued, we’d love to hear from you.

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Our client is seeking a meticulous and experienced Payroll Specialist to join their team, based on the University Campus in Reading. Reporting directly to the Payroll Director, you will play a critical role in ensuring payroll accuracy and delivering excellent customer service. You’ll join a friendly, supportive team and benefit from assigned parking directly outside the office.

• Payroll Processing: Manage and process both monthly and weekly payrolls, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Handle statutory year-end returns, including P60s.
• Payroll Data Management: Create, maintain, and update payroll records in line with business needs.
• Query Resolution: Respond to employee payroll inquiries, providing clear and accurate information.
• HMRC Compliance: Liaise with HM Revenue and Customs as needed, maintaining compliance with current legislation.
• Statutory Payments: Process statutory payments such as SSP, SMP, SPP, and SAP.
• Auto-Enrolment Pensions: Oversee the company’s auto-enrolment pension processes.
• Confidentiality: Maintain strict confidentiality of client and employee payroll data.

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of payroll experience.
• System Knowledge: Familiarity with SAGE Payroll or other computerized payroll systems is preferred.
• Legislative Knowledge: Strong understanding of HMRC legislation, including NI rates and statutory payment guidelines.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Outlook, Excel, and Word is essential.
• Adaptability: Willingness to work flexible hours, especially during peak periods.

• Attention to Detail: Meticulous and accurate in all aspects of work.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Organized and Proactive: Highly organized with the ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively.
• Team Player: A collaborative, team-oriented individual with a positive attitude.
• Quick Learner: Ability to adapt quickly to new systems and processes.

• Pension: Nest pension scheme.
• Holiday: 28 days (including bank holidays) + 1 additional day per completed year of service, up to a maximum of 5 extra days.
• Bonus: Guaranteed £500 per year profit-related bonus.
• Casual Dress Code: Enjoy a relaxed, business-casual work environment.
• Parking: Free on-site parking with an assigned space.

Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, with flexibility during peak periods.