Assistant Manager - Payroll

• Provide payroll data to our local service providers, working with colleagues in the HR, Finance and Group Payroll teams.
• Review payroll provided by external payroll bureau for completeness and accuracy
• Preparation of all payroll journals and posting to the financial system
• Process changes to payroll standing data
• Act as a point of contact regarding all payroll activity
• Liaise with HR colleagues to ensure all changes to staffing are recorded.
• Provide assistance during payroll year end including preparation of compliance returns
• Maintain colleague confidence and protect payroll operations by keeping information confidential
• Maintain payroll operations by following policies and procedures
• Work with colleagues in the finance team to improve processes and controls and determine future payroll system needs and external support required.
• Assist with end of year audit queries

Education and training

• Graduate/Post Graduate in Finance and Accounting
• Minimum 4 Years Experience in a Payroll Team
• Knowledge of Tax, Social security and Benefits regulations
• Commitment to maintaining good standards within payroll
• Ability to plan and organize workload to ensure all deadlines are met.

Technology- MS Office: Excel to intermediate level

Languages English

Key skills

• Attention to detail and Accuracy
• Ability to manage own deadlines and prioritize work
• Good written and oral communication skills

Personal attributes

• Commitment to quality and timely service delivery
• Honesty and Integrity
• Flexibility and ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Consultation before making judgement
• Pro-activity and responsiveness

Interpersonal skills

• Confident dealing with non-financial people
• Sensitivity in providing advice