Payroll Co-ordinator

<p>Our client is looking for a Payroll Co-ordinator for a permanent position, located in Aberdeen</p>

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<p><strong>ROLE </strong></p>

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<p>To co-ordinate payroll data input from internal systems, ensuring that pay is processed on time, accurately, and in compliance with government regulations. Ensure timely response to all payroll related queries in a positive and professional manner.</p>

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<p><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES </strong></p>

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<li>Preparation of monthly payrolls, including calculation of owed hours, sick pay, pension, NI and Tax calculations before forwarding to a third party for processing</li>
<li>Timely and accurate co-ordination and reporting of payroll changes · CSP, SSP, SMP, SPP, Overtime calculation etc.</li>
<li>Maintaining employee records and headcount in line with contract changes</li>
<li>Calculating overtime, salary increases, lateness, absence, grade changes, shift payments and owed hours</li>
<li>Detailed payroll checking and audit</li>
<li>Ensure internal and external reporting is completed in a timely manner</li>
<li>Assisting with process improvements and project work</li>
<li>Demonstrate the ability to take instruction and deliver specific pieces of work to colleagues for quality review</li>
<li>Working positively and closely with all departments to ensure the smooth running and processing of all payroll requirements</li>
<li>Communicating with all relevant departments and external bodies for payroll information</li>
<li>Ensure accuracy and completion of payroll data and payments delivered by our outsourced payroll provider</li>
<li>Address and respond to queries in a timely and professional manner, supporting colleagues understand their pay and benefits</li>
<li>Identifies, investigates, and resolves discrepancies within payroll paying close attention to under and over payments in conjunction with HR Manager as appropriate</li>
<li>Processing of new starts and leavers</li>
<li>Liaise with HMRC where required</li>
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<p><strong>REQUIREMENTS </strong></p>

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<p>Knowledge & Qualifications       </p>

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<li>Maintain technical knowledge of statutory payroll requirements for UK Tax, NI, SSP, SMP, SPP and pension administration</li>
<li>Excellent numeracy skills</li>
<li>Excellent knowledge of Microsoft</li>
<li>Knowledge of HR, payroll and time and attendance systems</li>
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<p>Skills & Competencies  </p>

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<li>Effective communication and interpersonal skills</li>
<li>Ability to prioritise and manage conflicting and tight deadlines</li>
<li>Highly motivated</li>
<li>Team player and excellent organisational skills</li>
<li>Methodical approach to problem solving</li>
<li>Ability to work independently</li>
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