payroll specialist Glasgow, Scotland
Job description
We are looking to recruit a Payroll Administrator on a 1 year Fixed Term contract based in Glasgow. The purpose of this role is to process all staff data changes and payment inputs to the payroll system to ensure weekly and monthly payrolls are run accurately and on time.
Welcome to First Bus
Hello. First Bus is one of the country's largest bus operators – taking 1.6 million customers to their destinations every day. We're a forward-looking business at the forefront of bus technology, leading the way on contactless payments, mobile Apps and real time information. Our investment in state-of-the-art, new buses is just one part of our transition to a low-carbon future. It's an exciting time to be here.
About the role
- Administration of the payroll system implementing necessary changes regarding personnel contractual and legislative information including:-
- Processing all documentation relating to new starters and leavers including issuing of P45 certificates and other associated tax forms
- Managing sickness absence records and processing relevant contractual sickness payments in line with the terms and conditions relating to individual payroll. Application of SSP where applicable
- Managing other statutory payments according to regulations – SMP,SPP ShPP etc.
- Managing employee pay changes in relation to pay progression agreements and other changes as advised by HR or Operation teams
- Accurate application of deductions from pay in line with Company agreements or notifications from external third parties.
- Management of period end processes including:-
- Running test payroll
- Checking payroll output and manging control processes
- Dedicating payroll and processing payroll final run
- Printing and sending employee payslips
- Accurately process documentation relating to BACS payments, sending through for payment to the Finance Team
- Management of all period end reporting responsibilities to internal teams and external bodies
- Preperation of statutory information for readiness of reporting by Payroll Supervisor or Payroll Manager
- Manage payroll queries relating to remuneration and other ad hoc data requests from employees
- Maintain local knowledge in respect of each payroll and update when necessary processing documentation
- Liaise with HR and Operation Teams
- Undertake any additional duties at the request of your line manager which are deemed to be within your competency
About you
- Numerate with analytical skills
- Good communication skills
- Able to work to deadlines
- Good PC skills including Excel and Word
- Excellent oral, written and presentation skills
- To be committed to excellence in customer service
- Committed to organisational confidentiality
- Experience of dealing will all levels within a business
Rewards & Benefits
- First Xclusives discount scheme: You and your family & friends can benefit from over 3,000 offers on high street & leisure brands
- Free travel on our buses for you and your family
- £6 all-day train travel for you and your family
- Cycle to work scheme
- 25 days' holiday + bank holidays
- Pension scheme and chance to buy discounted First Group shares
- Enhanced maternity / paternity pay
- Flexible working
We put a big focus on physical and mental wellbeing at First Bus. We recognise that anyone can be affected by the stresses and strain of work, or life outside it. You'll find a range of health-promotion initiatives, and you will have 24/7 access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
Please apply now. We look forward to receiving your application.
Public transport serves everyone, whatever their differences. At First Bus, we want to be an employer open to you, no matter what your differences are. We aspire to be an inclusive organisation because diverse backgrounds, thinking and experiences bring so many benefits to our customers, communities and people. We welcome applications from all.
