As the Senior Payroll Administrator you will report directly to the Payroll Manager and work as part of a small, friendly payroll team where you will play a key role in ensuring a smooth and accurate payroll operation.
You will be based at our Group Head Office in Woolsington, Newcastle upon Tyne on a fixed term contract basis for 12 month.
Key Responsibilities
Managing end-to-end processes including starters and leavers
Maintain accurate records of payroll data for multiple payrolls
Review and verify timesheets
Ensure accuracy and timeliness of payments
Submission of statutory returns to HMRC
Processing statutory deductions
Respond to employee payroll queries with professionalism and care
Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to ensure alignment on employee data and benefits
Support audits and compliance checks by preparing relevant documentation
Third party records, ie. AEO’s, pensions
Other ad hoc payroll reports as required
Train and mentor junior payroll staff as needed
Liaise with other departments in a friendly and professional manner
Experience
Experience of working within a similar role will be preferred
Experience of working in a fast-paced environment with strict reporting deadlines
Experience of working with construction or housebuilding is desirable
Qualifications and training
GCSE Maths and English – Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent)
A-Level Maths is desirable
CIPP is desirable
Skills and Aptitude
Excellent data entry skills
Excellent administration and organisation skills
Analysis, numerical and report writing skills
Strong communication, listening and problem-solving skills
Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
Demonstrates a high level of discretion and confidentiality
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to work on own as well as part of a team
Proficient IT skills along with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) and the ability to adapt to new systems
Committed to diversity and inclusion
Working Conditions
Willing to be flexible in respect to day to day duties and hours worked
Office based role
Fixed Term for 12 months
In return we can offer you:
Competitive salary
Contributory pension scheme
25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
Access to discounts and benefits portal
ShareSave Scheme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Life assurance
Holiday Purchase Scheme
Earn and Learn Opportunities
We reserve the right to close this vacancy if a large volume of applications are received