payroll specialist Durham, England
Job description
Background and Purpose of the Role:
Based in Durham, the team member will report into the Payroll Team Leader and assist in processing the weekly and monthly payrolls.
Knowledge and Skills Required:
· Responsible for the day to day running of both weekly and monthly payrolls
· Have a working knowledge of PAYE/NIC and statutory payments
· Demonstrate an understanding of manual payroll calculations
· Understanding of different pension schemes and auto enrolment
· Remain focused on attention to detail whilst working through large volumes of input
· Proactively develop the knowledge of systems and keep up to date with new payroll legislation and compliance
· Use own initiative to problem solve, by providing a range of solutions and seeking advice where necessary
· Experienced at working with other departments and team members to understand the full process (Payroll, HR and Finance)
· Good IT skills, the use of MS Excel and Word are essential
Key Competencies:
· Ability to work independently
· Strong written and verbal communication skills
· Ability to build professional relationships with internal and external customers
· Good numeracy skills
· Ability to work to tight deadlines, prioritise and organise tasks and shows good time management
· Demonstrate attention to detail and a dedication to accuracy
· Ability to be flexible within a forward thinking and changing environment
· Not afraid to challenge processes, highlighting gaps and bring new ideas forward
· Positive “can do” attitude
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £25,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Gym membership
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Store discount
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Durham
