Payroll Specialist

Are you looking for a Payroll Specialist job-based in the Stoke on Trent area?

Our client has an exciting opportunity for a Payroll Specialist to join their team. Reporting to the HR Director, this role will be managing and liaising with the third-party providers to ensure that all areas of payroll run smoothly. This Payroll Specialist role will involve being the first point of contact and the person responsible for all payroll activities. It's an excellent opportunity to join a wonderful team and well-established business.

Job Description for the Payroll Specialist:

1. To be the first line contact, data provider, and checker of data and then to liaise with the 3rd party payroll provider.
2. Ensure bank files are processed on time via liaison with central finance teams.
3. Manually calculate sick pay entitlements in accordance with Company policies.
4. Upload/report third-party information and liaise with relevant providers.
5. Ensure payroll practices comply with relevant laws and regulations.
6. Stay updated on legislative changes affecting payroll and pensions.
7. Liaise with employees and Managers where applicable.
8. Communicate updates or changes in payroll processes to employees and Managers.
9. Perform regular payroll audits.

For the Payroll Specialist role, it would be good to see candidates with:

1. Previous payroll experience.
2. Ideally, hold the CIPP or a finance qualification.
3. Strong up-to-date payroll legislation knowledge.
4. Ideally, hold experience working with a payroll provider.
5. Experience with time and attendance systems.
6. Knowledge of employee benefits.
7. Attention to detail.
8. Strong administration skills.
9. HR knowledge or some experience would be an advantage.

Hours: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Salary: GBP36,000 Per Annum