Overview
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Responsibilities
* Payroll Processing: Administer weekly payroll for production, pantomime, and casual staff via StaffSavvy.
* Validate and input timesheets, rehearsal logs, and performance schedules.
* Calculate overtime, holiday pay, allowances, and deductions (e.g., tax, NI, pensions).
* Ensure all payments are processed on schedule.
Compliance & Record Keeping
* Maintain accurate payroll records in accordance with HMRC regulations and company policies.
* Ensure compliance with theatre/production union agreements (Equity, BECTU, etc.).
* Provide payslips and ensure statutory reporting (RTI submissions, pension contributions).
Support & Communication
* Act as the point of contact for payroll queries from production staff, cast, and crew.
* Liaise with production managers, stage management, and finance teams regarding staff changes, contracts, and pay queries.
* Assist with onboarding new staff and setting up payroll profiles.
Reporting & Analysis
* Generate weekly payroll reports for Finance and Production management.
* Track payroll costs against production budgets.
* Assist with audits and end-of-year reconciliations.
Skills and Qualifications
* Experience with payroll processing (preferably within entertainment, theatre, or events).
* Familiarity with StaffSavvy or similar payroll/rostering software.
* Knowledge of UK payroll legislation, PAYE, NI, pensions, and theatre union agreements.
* Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
* Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to work to strict weekly deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
* Experience managing payroll for freelance/contract staff.
* Knowledge of tax treatment for performers and creatives.
* Previous work in theatre, live events, or film/TV production.
Seniority level
* Associate
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Finance, Administrative, and Art/Creative
* Industries: Performing Arts and Theater Companies
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