The payroll team manages the payroll for approximately 1,400 employees. This role ensures the prompt and precise processing of the payroll whilst adhering to all legislation and statutory reporting requirements. Working in close collaboration with the HR department, the Head of Payroll position also focuses on the ongoing enhancement of the payroll service and the satisfaction of its customers.
Accurate and Timely Production of Monthly Payroll
Accurate payments and provision of information to the pension schemes, HMRC, and other statutory bodies
Extract payroll data for import into the Finance System
Develop an effective working relationship with the payroll software provider (MHR)
Ensure timely application of software upgrades
Update the payroll system annually for National Living Wage increases and pay reviews
pensions)
RTI, P11ds, PSA, Teachers' Pensions MCR, EOYC) are accurate and submitted by deadlines, including instructing the Accounts team to settle liabilities
Extract data for Gender Pay Gap reporting
Capture data and prepare calculations to meet Holiday Pay regulations
Gather data for and complete annual benchmarking surveys
Prepare data for annual renewals such as life insurance and income protection
Prepare statutory notes for annual accounts
Generate business objects reports for Senior Leaders and Operational Leads to facilitate budgeting and decision making
Reconcile payroll balance sheet control accounts monthly