Payroll & Pension Clerk

Overview

Reporting directly to: Head of People Services

Main purpose of the job

End to end processing of our in-house payroll in an accurate and timely manner and providing key support to the Finance and People Services Teams through reporting and reconciliation duties.

Qualifications Core Competences

A good working knowledge and previous experience of Sage payroll software is essential. Able to demonstrate aptitude for figures. Payroll qualification desirable but not essential. Capable of running year end routines, dealing with HMRC. Excellent attention to detail. Good inter-personal skills. Able to work independently but within a close team. Purchase ledger experience. Proficient in Excel - preferably to advanced level. Ability to work to tight deadlines. Outstanding organisational and interpersonal skills. Employees are expected to ensure that the Company's policies, procedures and obligations are adhered to in carrying out all duties. Emphasis will be placed on the PRG Company values.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Responsibilities

SUMMARY OF PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Process the monthly payroll c.200 staff through the SAGE payroll system to appropriate deadlines. P11D processing. Administration of statutory schemes associated with payroll processing (SSP/SMP/SPP). Distribute pay slips in a timely fashion. Process joiners and leavers. Resolve payroll related queries that might arise monthly i.e. overtime queries, over/underpayments, PAYE, national insurance, pension etc. Input data accurately into SAGE Payroll. Work closely with the People Services Department on matters of workforce payroll and renumeration processing. Process various forms relating to and required by HM Customs & Excise. Administer the Company's T&A System for payroll purposes. Preparation of monthly reporting for management, relating to payroll analysis. Month/year end reconciliations. Maintain an understanding of UK payroll legislation. Provide month end support to the Leadership Team (outside of payroll processing deadlines).