Processing of 2 payrolls; two UK payrolls from start to creation of the new pay period.
Work closely with the other Payroll colleagues to meet the required deadlines.
Ensuring that all starters and leavers are processed promptly, accurately on the payroll system.
Prepare manual calculations where necessary.
Calculate and process statutory payment calculations.
Prepare and transmit BACS files in accordance with the monthly deadlines.
Processing of the P11Ds on an annual basis.
Pension, including auto-enrolment, monthly pension assessments, payment of the pension contributions, opt-ins and opt-outs.
Processing of the monthly journal data for Finance and provide assistance to them to reconcile the Payroll GL accounts.
Complete the year-end processes and generate necessary reports.
Payment of the HMRC, third party payments and ad-hoc payments to employees.
Answer employee queries by phone, email, and face to face / MS Teams.
Liaise with HR and Finance as required to fulfil the job role.
Assist Payroll colleagues during annual audits.
Provide feedback and be involved with process improvement.
Keep the monthly tasks list and payroll manual up to date.
Take on any additional work as required as the job evolves.

Good overall payroll knowledge including manual tax & NIC calculations, and statutory leave such as SMP and ShPP.
Able to work as part of a team as well as independently.
Able to use own initiative and proactive in resolving queries.
Ability to build relationships within HR and Finance as well as with our employees.
Strong attention to detail and able to multi-task effectively.
Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
High level of computer skills, including being able to pick up use of new software quickly, and excellent Excel skills including Vlookups, logical formulas and pivot tables.
Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure, and able to meet all deadlines.
Able to listen and act on instructions promptly.
Good sense of customer service, providing our employees with quick and complete answers to their queries.
Outstanding communication skills (written and oral).
Willing to grow into the role and adapt as required.

Payroll Advisor

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