Payroll Assistant

My client is looking for a Payroll Assistant to administer payroll, complete weekly checks, and support Managers with employee payments. The ideal candidate needs to have a passion for payroll and be self-motivated to ensure that month-end balances are accurate.
Although the payroll is monthly, it is calculated and checked weekly. This is a fast-paced environment but very enjoyable!

My client uses a fully automated system called iTrent.

Job Responsibilities:

• Verify weekly payments and absences that have been input by Managers.
• Identify and potentially rectify any discrepancies.
• Upload and check data spreadsheets into the payroll system.
• Create reports with information pertaining to payroll.
• Handle voluntary and involuntary deductions.
• Enter changes to employee payroll and HR records.
• Reconcile the monthly payroll with generated reports.
• Action leavers and any department transfers (approximately 40-60 per month).
• Track underlying trends with issues such as absence.
• Communicate with Managers and employees regarding changes in role, salary, benefits, etc.
• Support the HR function with uniform ordering and invoice reconciliation.
• Maintain awareness of pension legislation and reporting.
• Provide overall administrative support to the HR department, including maintaining and processing documentation and records.

The Candidate:

• Payroll experience is essential.
• Knowledge of Midland HR/iTrent HR/Payroll is desirable.
• Candidates must be highly proficient in Excel.
• The role reports directly to the HR & Payroll Manager.

The successful candidate will be part of a small team but should be equally happy working independently. This is a part-time role; however, when the HR & Payroll Manager is absent, it may be necessary to work overtime to ensure the smooth running of the Department.

Details:
The salary is based on 18 hours per week, with a full-time equivalent (FTE) of £24,500 per annum.
The hours of work are Monday 9.00am - 5.00pm, with flexible hours for Friday and one other day of the week. (your choice) Around 18 - 20 hours as week.

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexitime
• Free parking
• Gym membership
• Life insurance