Uk Payroll Specialist- Senior

Job Description

Your key responsibilities Support payroll system set-up including data migration and transition Deliver UK payroll processing service including ensuring the operational aspects of payroll processing and associated activities (including payroll reconciliation, salary disbursement, overpayment recovery leave management and reporting) are accurate and delivered within appropriate timeframes and comply with relevant legislation Prepare complex payroll (and human resource information, if applicable) for data input and assist with checking/reviewing, quality control and maintenance of records to ensure accuracy, service quality and data integrity Assist the client to meet its taxation, superannuation and other legislative and statutory obligations through processing and preparation of returns, related reports, forms and other documentation as requested Provide a responsive, accurate client advisory service on payroll matters, resolve difficult enquiries and assist in identifying payroll errors and implementing corrective action where required to ensure employee salaries are processed accurately and database integrity is maintained Coach, mentor, train and coordinate the activities of the staff The Senior Payroll Associate must work as part of the wider Payroll team and liaise with appropriate staff within the team Contribute to the application and monitoring of the Hubs methodology framework, principles, and delegations Adhoc reporting and other duties as required Skills and attributes for success Proven ability to work effectively either as an individual or member of a team and relate effectively with staff on all levels Proven ability to quickly learn new information, processes and procedures Proven ability to meet deadlines and identify and resolve problems To qualify for the role, you must have Previous experience in high volume full function UK payroll Sound numeracy skills, attention to detail and accuracy Proven ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, in English in a clear and concise manner Experience in payroll, and the use of a large ERP Experience in personnel and people management, including supervision and team building Experience in the use of Microsoft Office suite of products – intermediate/advanced excel Ideally, you’ll also have A payroll related diploma/certificate may be advantageous, but not necessary Prior experience in tax accounting and finance would be beneficial, but not necessary Must demonstrate strong analytical skills