Payroll Officer

• Processes company’s payroll every pay period
• Maintains payroll processing system and records by gathering, calculating, and inputting data
• Computes employee take-home pay based on time records, benefits, and taxes
• Answers staff questions about wages, deductions, attendance, and time records
• Receives and coordinates requests for leave and other absences
• Handles changes in exemptions, job status, and job titles
• Adheres to payroll policies and procedures and complies with relevant law
• Identifies, investigates, and resolves discrepancies in timesheet and payroll records
• Honours confidentiality of employees’ pay records
• Completes payroll reports for record-keeping purposes or managerial review
• Determines organisation’s tax obligations by calculating national and council taxes as well as National Insurance contributions
• Performs the distribution of wages through issuance of paper checks or direct transfers to employees’ bank accounts
• Supervises other payroll clerks and employees as needed

Desired Candidate Profile

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data processing
• 2-4 years of experience in payroll administration or a related field
• Excellent organizational skills
• Familiarity with payroll software and databases
• Strong understanding of payroll laws, regulations, and best practices
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to discreetly handle confidential information
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to resolve payroll-related issues
• Experience with payroll processing for a large and diverse workforce
• Ability to work well in a team
• Ability to communicate with employees by using strong interpersonal skills

Employment Type

• Full Time

Company Industry

• Water Treatment
• De-Salination

Department / Functional Area

• HR
• Human Relations
• Industrial Relations

Keywords

• Payroll Coordinator
• Salary Officer
• Payroll Specialist
• Confidentiality