Job Description
Company Overview: Join our team at Acacia Training, a leading training provider dedicated to empowering learners through high-quality education and professional development solutions. With a focus on innovation and excellence, we strive to equip both our learners and employers with the knowledge and skills they need to thrive in the health and wellbeing sectors.
Position Overview: We are looking for a knowledgeable and experienced Payroll Lead to oversee our end to end payroll processes for all colleagues, ensuring accurate and timely payroll calculations, statutory compliance, and efficient handling of pension contributions. This role ensures operational excellence, regulatory adherence, and continuous improvement within the payroll function.
Responsibilities:
1. Manage and execute the full payroll cycle, including preparation, calculation, validation, and disbursement for all colleagues.
2. Ensure compliance with HMRC and other statutory bodies, including PAYE, NI, SSP, SMP, and student loan deductions.
3. Maintain and update employee payroll records in line with changes in salary, bonuses, benefits, tax codes, and pensions.
4. Administer workplace pension schemes, ensuring timely and accurate contributions, compliance with auto-enrolment legislation, and liaison with pension providers.
5. Lead monthly and year-...