The Company: Our client is one of the most dynamic refrigeration, heating, ventilation and air conditioning service providers in Europe. They offer innovative products and services, and market-leading refrigeration technology, for which we have received awards and industry accreditations. The Job: On behalf of our client we are seeking a Payroll Officer. This role is to fo cus on ensuring all transactional processes relating to payroll are processed accurately, ensuring statutory compliance; with full responsibility for the payroll function for over 350 employees, including all stages throughout the monthly cycle. Responsibilities will include: Managing delivery in line with payroll schedule, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of the payroll process Working closely with the payroll bureau, providing them with all information needed to ensure the payroll is legally compliant Ensuring any ad hoc payments through BACS are made accurately Processing monthly starters and leavers Processing all overtime and additional payments Calculating any salary adjustments for absence, ensuring company policies are applied correctly Processing and managing employee expense claims Calculating any vehicle related payments and deductions, including all company mileage payments and fuel deductions are treated correctly through the payroll Managing and issuing P11ds in co-ordination with the Fleet Manager Managing and administering the company pension schemes, and ensuring submissions and payment is made to the pension provider in a timely and accurate manner Liaising with HMRC, pension providers and other third parties Communicating effectively with internal stakeholders and maintaining a close working relationship with the People & Development team to ensure a flow of information Generating reports as requested by Senior Management and the Board Taking responsibility to research and understand new or changing relevant legislation and policies, in order to provide accurate advice Drafting and updating relevant company policies, as required Journaling the payroll transactions into the accounts system Processing all payroll and pensions documentation to ensure that each payroll run is as complete as possible so that an efficient and effective Payroll & Pension service is delivered to all colleagues across the business. Making improvements to the payroll process Building and maintaining strong working relationships The Person: For this role our client is seeking someone who has: Payroll and Pensions knowledge covering all aspects of payroll and the applicable legislation (Desirable) Strong IT skills in the use of MS Office (including Excel) A structured and organised approach to working Accurate documenting skills and attention to detail An approachable, helpful and open communication style Ability to work discretely and with sensitive information Good problem-solving skills and the ability to identify problems (some of which may be complex) and resolve them within agreed Payroll procedures and timescales The ability to work efficiently alone for most of the working week whilst also maintaining a collaborative approach, working for the success of the wider team and business Professional payroll qualification CIPP or equivalent (Desirable, not essential) The Benefits: 22 days holiday, rising incrementally to 25, plus bank holidays. Private Medical Insurance, Income Protection Insurance, Life cover of 2x salary, Employee Assistance Program, Discount scheme including Gyms, Introducers Bonus Scheme and an excellent pension scheme. The Hours: Monday Friday 37.5 hours per week The Location: Bristol, with hybrid working The Salary: £30-35,000