APPRENTICE PAYROLL ADMINISTRATOR We are recruiting for an efficient Apprentice Payroll Administrator to be responsible for all payroll processes from start to finish, we require the candidate to have strong numeracy skills, keen eye for detail, be able to multitask effectively and be able to work on their own initiative as well as working as part of a small team. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Inputting and processing data for the 4-weekly payroll for our Care Home Business * Maintaining emails and post on a daily basis * Entering and checking all payroll information, such as new starters, leavers, employee changes, sickness & Maternity etc in to the company payroll systems (Sage) in line with our current processes * Collating information, manual calculations and producing 4 weekly payroll reports * Downloading and entering data from HMRC into the Payroll system (Tax Codes, Student Loans etc) * Calculating and making 3rd party payments (AOE, CSA Payments, Childcare Vouchers etc) * Provide assistance, support and advice to all employees & care homes, regional managers and directors on all payroll related information * Maintaining the accuracy of payroll data across all systems, Sage Payroll, Coolcare, Peoples Pension etc * Supporting the Payroll Manager with any Adhoc requirements and working closely with HR and other departments in the continual development and improvement of processes and relationships * To ensure that employee pension records are accurate and that their contributions are paid over to the Peoples Pension by the due date * Ensuring own work fully complies with company Financial Policies & Procedures APPRENTICESHIP DETAILS In addition to the above day to day duties, we will provide and fund an accredited CIPP Payroll Administrator Level 3 through the provider Smart Training & Recruitment The above qualification will be delivered online over 18 Months 4 Months End Point Assessment. It will cover the following topics Business and Customer Awareness Regulations and Legislation Gross Pay National Insurance Taxation and Tax Codes Tax Table Net Pay Statutory Sick Pay Child related payments (SMP,SAP, SHPP, SPP, SBP) Pensions Benefits in Kind, CIS, OpRA & K Codes Systems and Processes Monthly virtual classroom lessons / workshops Additional online 1-2-1 support from our specialist tutors Calculation revision lessons Workplace training, shadowing & mentoring Progress reviews Functional Skills Support in English and Mathematics End Point Assessment preparation As you progress through your learning topics, we will supplement this with involvement in real life cases, as and when they are being processed through Payroll. This will enable you to gain supported relevant experience. REQUIREMENTS * Good IT skills including the use of Microsoft Excel & Word * A desire to have a career in Payroll * Excellent communication skills * Strong numerical aptitude and attention to detail * Ability to work as part of a team * Good planning and organisational skills to balance and prioritise work WHAT WE OFFER * Starting Salary NMW, rising on completion of qualification Free parking on site 23 working days per annum – ability to purchase an additional 5 days holidays * Annual Pay Review * Discretionary Bonus Pension Breakfast and fruit bowl provided daily * On site gym * On Site Café/Bar * Fully Funded Qualifications * Carer Progression Opportunities