Senior Payroll Administrator

Scolmore have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Payroll Administrator, responsible for overseeing and managing the end-to-end payroll processes for our UK employees. The primary focus will be on ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing and ensuring compliance with statutory regulations. This role will play a key role in maintaining payroll accuracy and providing exceptional service to our employees.

Main Duties

• Preparation and processing of monthly payrolls including salary, overtime and adjustments as required for the group
• Preparation of PAYE records and processing of payroll journals for each legal entity within the group
• Processing of monthly pension data and submission of data
• Maintains payroll processing system and records by gathering, calculating, and inputting data into payroll software
• Providing Payroll service in a timely and accurate manner
• Ensuring payroll legislation is adhered too.
• Managing the distribution of P45s ensuring these are issued to leavers of the organisation in a timely manner.
• Assisting with payroll queries and issues, comments and complaints in line with policy and process.
• Always demonstrating confidentiality and discretion.
• Always ensure GDPR compliant.
• Maintaining data of benefit in kind records & preparation of annual reporting (P11D’s)
• Assisting the finance team with additional finance responsibilities including and not limiting to, rebate calculations, controls and customer reports.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in processing complex payroll scenarios
• Proven experience as a Senior Payroll Administrator or similar role, with a focus on UK payroll
• The ability to balance and prioritise duties in a manner that allows all deadlines to be met
• Familiarity with pension scheme administration and compliance requirements
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively address employee inquiries and concerns related to payroll
• Integrity when handling sensitive and confidential information
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Excellent organisational skills
• A flexible and adaptable individual with a can-do attitude.

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Experience in payroll processing through Sage Payroll or Payroll Manager