We are looking for a Payroll Assistant for a 12-month fixed term contract, working with our Maritime client based in Gourock.
Please note that there is flexible working in line with Government guidelines for this role.
The Payroll Assistant is responsible for assisting the Payroll Manager and Assistant Payroll Manager in providing a comprehensive Payroll service for the Company.
THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT
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Thorough knowledge and experience of computerised payroll systems and Microsoft packages.
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Experienced in high-volume payroll processing, i.e., processing expenses, timesheets etc.
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Comprehensive knowledge and experience in dealing with the conditions of service applicable to all the Company’s staff.
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Experience in dealing with Income Tax, NIC, SSP, SMP and Paternity leave etc. to meet Government body regulations.
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Good knowledge of Company Pension Fund arrangements i.e., Ensign, People’s Pension, Company Pension Fund.
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Ability to communicate well with external bodies and across the Company at all levels.
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Able to work as part of a team, with the desire and commitment to ensure the successful and consistent delivery of a comprehensive Payroll service for the Company.
JOB DESCRIPTION
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Assist with production of the Company Payroll by accurately transferring weekly timesheet information and all other associated elements onto the payroll system.
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Checking net pay prior to authorisation by Manager–all to agreed timescales in accordance with Company procedures and in compliance with Government body requirements.
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Highlighting opportunities for Payroll improvements and ensure Payroll input to the integration of the HR/Payroll and Rostering Systems.
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Assist in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of monthly Payroll returns and all associated information including BACS payments and electronic filing as required to deputise for Payroll and Assistant Payroll Manager.
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Processing and reconciling Mastercard expenses monthly for Finance.
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Check correct application of Income Tax Code changes.
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Resolve general enquiries from external organisations including, Inland Revenue, Benefits Agencies, Sheriff Courts and Pensions Administrators.
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Send out all Payroll generated letters for auto-enrolment into the People’s Pension Fund.
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Undertake other duties as directed.
REMUNERATION PACKAGE ON OFFER
Competitive Salary and Benefits Package.