Payroll AM Full Time

Provide payroll data to our local service providers, working with colleagues in the HR,
Finance and Group Payroll teams.
● Review payroll provided by external payroll bureau for completeness and accuracy
● Preparation of all payroll journals and posting to the financial system
● Process changes to payroll standing data
● Act as a point of contact regarding all payroll activity
● Liaise with HR colleagues to ensure all changes to staffing are recorded.
● Provide assistance during payroll year end including preparation of compliance returns
● Maintain colleague confidence and protect payroll operations by keeping information
confidential
● Maintain payroll operations by following policies and procedures
● Work with colleagues in the finance team to improve processes and controls and
determine future payroll system needs and external support required.
● Assist with end of year audit queries

● Education and training

– Graduate/Post Graduate in Finance and Accounting

● Previous work experience

– Minimum 4 years’ experience in a payroll team
– Knowledge of Tax, Social security and Benefits regulations
– Commitment to maintaining good standards within payroll
– Ability to plan and organize workload to ensure all deadlines are met.

● Technology

– MS Office: Excel to intermediate level
● Languages
– English
● Key skills

– Attention to detail and Accuracy
– Ability to manage own deadlines and prioritize work
– Good written and oral communication skills

● Personal attributes

– Commitment to quality and timely service delivery
– Honesty and Integrity
– Flexibility and ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
– Consultation before making judgement
– Pro-activity and responsiveness

● Interpersonal skills

– Confident dealing with non-financial people
– Sensitivity in providing advice

Performance Measures:
● Timeliness of completion of monthly and annual payroll responsibilities
● Accuracy of payroll
● Level of support provided to the business and finance
● Relationship with employees, HR and finance teams
● Ability to meet reporting deadlines
● Application of internal policies and procedures