Payroll Officer

Payroll Officer
£20.13 per hour
Temporary - starting ASAP for 6 months
Inverness

Job Purpose

We are seeking a motivated and organised Payroll Officer to support the efficient and effective day-to-day operation of the Payroll Section. The successful candidate will assist in supervising activities to ensure all operational and statutory payroll deadlines are met, delivering a high-quality and compliant payroll service.

Job Description

As Payroll Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery and continuous improvement of payroll services. You will assist in coordinating the Payroll function and provide guidance to staff across the organisation.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, supervising and coordinating the operational activities of the Payroll function
  
  
• Communicate effectively with payroll staff to ensure smooth coordination of work and deadlines
  
  
• Provide information, advice, guidance and training to staff at all levels on payroll systems, processes and procedures
  
  
• Produce, reconcile and submit Real Time Information (RTI) reports accurately and on time
  
  
• Carry out reconciliation of pension returns
  
  
• Support the coordination of year-end reconciliation with the financial ledger
  
  
• Contribute to the continuous review and improvement of payroll processes to increase efficiency and effectiveness
  
  
• Assist in the development and implementation of payroll system test plans arising from legislative or system changes
  
  
• Provide written and verbal reports to the Payroll and Pensions Manager when required
  
  
• Ensure compliance with all relevant Financial Regulations and statutory requirements

Essential Requirements

• CIPFA Certificate in Local Government Payroll Administration (or equivalent), or significant relevant experience in payroll administration within a local government setting
  
  
• Experience of modern payroll system development
  
  
• Strong organisational and time management skills
  
  
• Ability to lead, motivate and take responsibility when required
  
  
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to work
  
  
• Good understanding of information systems and technology
  
  
• Knowledge of current payroll legislation, including:
  
  
  • Apprenticeship Levy
    
    
  • Salary Sacrifice schemes
    
    
  • Off-Payroll Working (IR35)
    
    
• Ability to interpret and implement legislative changes
  
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

If this sounds like the next challenge you are looking for to develop your career, please apply now with your up-to-date CV.