Job Summary: The Payroll Associate will help to support the payroll function within the organisation. In this role, you will assist in processing payroll accurately and on time, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations. Working under the guidance of the Payroll Manager, the Payroll Associate will be responsible for maintaining employee payroll records, processing data related to hours worked, leave, benefits, and deductions, and responding to payroll-related queries. You will work closely with HR and Finance teams to ensure payroll accuracy and support the overall financial health of the organisation. This is an ideal opportunity for someone with strong numerical skills, a proactive mindset, and a passion for supporting people and processes in a purpose-driven environment. Key Accountabilities: Input all information into the payroll systems (Sage, ResourceLink) for the proper payment of all relevant salaries Action expense sheets for staff, checking mileage rates, extra hours worked and sleep-over allowances Assist in recording and ensuring that all amounts due to the Government and other external bodies in respect of Income Tax, National Insurance, Pensions and other payroll deductions are paid Investigate over payments to staff, ensuring that all monies recoverable are collected Respond to queries in a timely manner relating to Payroll About The Role Requirements of the Role You will be required to participate in the company performance management process. To adhere to and model the company values, behaviours and competencies at all times. To carry out all duties of the post in accordance with Praxis rules, regulations and policies. To carry out additional duties of the role and all other required duties as and when necessary. The above mentioned duties are note exhaustive and the post holder will be required to carry out other duties as and when necessary. It should be noted that stated duties or location associated with the post may change to meet the future needs of the organisation. Essential Criteria: Experience & Qualifications: 5 GCSEs Grade C and above including Math's and English 2 years paid experience working in a payroll department Knowledge of statutory regulations and returns Skills & Competencies: Proficient in MS Office Suite Attention to detail Ability to work to deadlines Attributes: Ability to work on own Initiative Team player Required Criteria Right to work in the UK 5 GCSEs Grade C and above including Maths and English 2 years paid experience working solely in a payroll department Knowledge of statutory regulations and returns Desired Criteria ROI & IOM Payroll knowledge Experience of working with Sage and ResourceLink Skills Needed Accounts Payable, Payroll, Communication, Teamwork About The Company Praxis Care provides a wide variety of services to vulnerable adults and children, supporting individuals with mental ill health, learning disabilities, autism and dementia. Our staff teams are essential to ensuring the provision of these services. As a new member to the team, you can expect to be trained and supported in a structured fashion to achieve the high standards expected by the people we support and mandated by our regulators. Company Culture Our core values include compassion, integrity, teamwork, innovation and resilience. We also ensure that kindness and respect is integral to every role within Praxis Care and these values are fundamental to the provision of care we deliver to the people we support. If you are interested in a role that is rewarding, varied and positively impacts the lives of those we support, then we want to hear from you. Company Benefits Why Join Praxis Care? Great Work Environment: Compassionate, supportive, and inclusive team culture. CARE for Your Physical & Mental Health: Access to occupational sick pay, a confidential counselling service, and employer-funded healthcare schemes. Financial Benefits: Competitive salary, pension plan, and refer-a-friend bonuses. Career Development: Continuous professional development with opportunities to gain recognized qualifications, such as QCF3/5, and clear career progression pathways. Work-Life Balance: Paid annual leave which increases with length of service, and flexibility in working hours. Other Perks: PPE provided, long service awards, savings via the Cycle to Work scheme, and coming soon, early access to earned wages through salary advance software. Health insurance, Vacation, Paid time off, Retirement plan and/or pension, Flexible schedule, Employee discounts, Sabbatical leave, Free parking, Cycle to work, Referral bonus, Competitive salary, Long service recognition, Employee Assistance Scheme, Wellbeing Scheme, Blue Light Card, Social Opportunities, Employee Recognition Scheme, Hybrid Working, Annual performance review, Culture of recognition, On the job learning, Progression opportunities, Access to Health & Wellbeing app, Long service awards, Service recognition increases to annual leave, Company employee App Salary £24,800.00 - £30,680.30 per year Skills: Accounts Payable Payroll Communication Teamwork Benefits: Health insurance Vacation, Paid time off Retirement plan and/or pension Flexible schedule Employee discounts Sabbatical leave