Payroll Officer Opportunity (12 Month FTC)
Your new company
A successful and established organisation in Cwmbran is recruiting for a dedicated Payroll Officer to join their payroll function. With a strong reputation for accuracy, compliance and continuous improvement, this business offers a supportive, collaborative culture where your expertise will be valued and your ideas welcomed.
Your new role
As a member of the payroll team, you will deliver an accurate, compliant and timely end to end payroll service for both weekly and monthly employees. This is a hands on, autonomous role requiring precision, responsibility and strong organisational skills.Key responsibilities include:
Managing full end to end weekly and monthly payrolls, ensuring all payroll schedules reconcile accurately
Processing statutory deductions, HMRC RTI submissions, attachment of earnings and court orders
Managing absence records including sickness, maternity/paternity, jury service and other leave types
Administering additional and ad hoc payments such as bonuses, ensuring accurate calculations and employee communication
Supporting and maintaining the Time & Attendance system to ensure accurate data transfer into ADP payroll
Handling monthly pension uploads and managing the ADP payroll app
Completing payroll amendments, holiday pay calculations, year end reconciliations and P11D information
Interpreting contracts and agreements regarding overtime, shift allowances and premiums
Processing termination payments and issuing statutory documentation including P45s, P60s and starter declarations
Producing payroll reports, tax/NI schedules and supporting external payroll enquiries
Responding to internal payroll queries with professionalism and clarity
Managing payments for pensions, union fees, CSA and court orders
Supporting payroll audits and implementing improvements based on outcomes
Identifying opportunities to enhance payroll processes and drive continuous improvement
What you'll need to succeed
Payroll/finance qualification or equivalent hands on experience
Proven end to end payroll experience, ideally within a multi site environment (manufacturing preferred)
Experience using computerised payroll systems - ADP and Workday highly desirable
Strong Excel and data analysis skills
Strong understanding of payroll legislation and compliance requirements
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work independently and manage deadlines effectively
Professional communication skills and strong customer service approach
What you'll get in return
A competitive salary of £28,000-£33,000
Quarterly, annual and Easter bonuses
33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
Paid overtime
7% employer pension contribution
Full study support, including paid study time and fully funded courses
One paid volunteering day per year
Strong internal progression opportunities
A supportive, close knit working environment within a respected financial services business
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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