Payroll Associate

Payroll Elite Ltd ,
Reading, Berkshire
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £22,000 per annum

Overview

Top tier firm of Accountants are looking to recruit an experienced Payroll Associate to assist with their client’s payroll. Overview: Employers Support advises on a variety of payroll related matters, particularly executive remuneration packages, benefits in kind and their tax and national insurance implications. We provide reassurance that payroll procedures are operating correctly and meet HMRC and DWP requirements. Role Purpose: To ensure all clients’ payrolls are processed accurately and in a timely manner and assist senior members of the department with all aspects of payroll. Responsibilities: Maintain a portfolio of client payrolls An understanding of current PAYE and NIC legislation that affects payroll. Ensure all starters, leavers, benefits and allowances information is entered on to the Payroll database and update the relevant spreadsheet to record all entries made Calculate leavers pay when leaving mid-month Calculation of statutory payments Process P45 forms Print and sort payslips for distribution Run payroll reports Ensure monthly salary payment for client payrolls are transferred to the correct accounts in a timely manner Upload FPS and EPS reports to HMRC as required Completion of return of expenses and benefits forms P11D and P11D(b) Good understanding of the payroll software and its functionality Respond to client queries regarding payroll in a professional and timely manner Deal with HMRC correspondence enquiries Maintain an up to date client status schedule Deal with general administrative duties, as requested Requirements: Qualification with the CIPP in terms of either a National Payroll Certificate or Year 1 of the Foundation Degree in Payroll Management completed, or equivalent, is highly desirable A strong work ethic and willingness to assist other members of the team when required. Able to multi-task and to prioritise payroll workload Good interpersonal, communication and organisational skills Have a knowledge of changes to legislation which effect payroll Confident and competent in dealing with clients Have a working knowledge of MS Office and payroll software (Payrite) Good time keeping/punctuality