Job Description
Job Title: Payroll Specialist (Payroll & Pensions)
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist with expertise in payroll and pensions to join on a permanent hybrid basis with 2 days in the office and the rest WFH. If you're passionate about accuracy, compliance, and supporting a seamless payroll process, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
* Payroll Processing: Administer the full payroll cycle for employees, ensuring accurate and timely processing of salaries and deductions.
* Pensions Management: Oversee the processing of pension contributions, including compliance with pension schemes and legislative requirements.
* Compliance & Legislation: Stay up-to-date with payroll and pension regulations and ensure full compliance with all statutory and company policies, including tax codes, NI contributions, and pension legislation.
* Reporting & Analysis: Prepare and submit payroll reports, statutory returns (RTI, PAYE, NIC), and pension reports.
* Employee Queries: Act as a point of contact for employee payroll and pension queries, providing guidance on matters such as pay discrepancies, deductions, and pension options.
* Reconciliation: Ensure that payroll and pension data reconciles accurately with finance and accounting records.
* Collaboration: Work closely with HR, finance, and benefits teams to ensure smooth payroll operations, from new hires to leavers.
Key Skills & Qualifications:
* Proven experience in payroll processing, including pensions administration.
* LGPS or TP
* In-depth knowledge of UK payroll and pension regulations
* Strong understanding of payroll software and systems.(SAP would be an advantage)
* Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex payroll and pension issues in clear terms.
* Ability to work to deadlines and manage competing priorities.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Why Join Us?
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* A supportive, inclusive team culture where your contributions are valued.
* Opportunities for professional growth and development.
* [Additional perks, such as flexible working, health benefits, etc.]
If you are a motivated and experienced payroll professional with a passion for pensions, we'd love to hear from you!
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