Payroll Analyst

at  Liberty Global

We’re looking for a Payroll Analyst to join us in Bradford on a permanent full-time basis.
Joining our fast-paced Payroll team, reporting into the Payroll Team Leader you will be responsible for the day-to-day payroll administration, managing and responding promptly to payroll queries and the processing of all payroll credit transfers for employees. Creating a purpose of making Liberty Blume a great place to work, delivering a great experience in a way that improves their efficiency day to day.

What will you be doing?

• Resolving complex pay query enquiries, issues, complaints escalating where appropriate.
• Support the processing of all payroll credit transfers and emergency CHAPS payments.
• Make sure statutory deductions are correctly made and accounted for and that all statutory returns, including those for taxable benefits relating to the employees are produced and dispatched in a timely manner.
• Ensure that non-statutory deductions made on behalf of the employees are accounted for and returns, including payment, are made to the appropriate organisations.
• Stay on top of company and statutory changes, working with Information Technology & the ES Systems & Portfolio Development team, ensure vital system changes are implemented at the required time.
• Ensure that any advice and services given to managers, employees and external organisations are of a high quality and delivered in a customer focused way.

We tend to look for people with:

Essential:

• Solid understanding of payroll processes, particularly those relating to the BACS process and company pension schemes.
• Practical knowledge of statutory legislation applicable to Income Tax (PAYE), National Insurance, SSP, SMP, SPP, SAP, salary sacrifice, benefits in kind and attachment of earning orders.
• In depth knowledge of payroll processing including, month end and year end activities.
• Able to fully utilise Microsoft Office products, including MS Excel to an intermediate level and the application of Oracle and workflow/case management.
• A high degree of interpersonal skills, in an environment where conflicting priorities can result in delays and failures, to ensure that no deadlines are missed.
• Experience managing complex, high volume pay processes in an efficiency and effective manner.

Desirable:

• A good understanding of external Payroll/Shared Service developments.
• Experience of providing detailed, timely pay and management information advice.
• Good working knowledge of process methodologies.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary
• 25 days annual leave with the option to purchase 5 more
• Access to wellbeing and mental health benefits such as the Calm app, personal medical, critical illness cover and dental insurance
• Matched pension contribution up to 10%
• Access to our car benefit scheme
• Access to our online learning platform to continue to develop and grow your career with us
• The chance to join an innovative, fast-paced and passionate team

Who we are:
Liberty Blume, a Liberty Global company, is a rapidly growing business services provider, specialising in tech-enabled back-office solutions. Our mission is to deliver efficiency, scale and value to our customers through Business, Procurement and Financial Solutions. If you’re curious, customer centric and enjoy being one step ahead, join us on our scale up journey and unlock your freedom to grow!
Liberty Global is an equal opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive environment and accommodating all candidates. We’re eager to hear from you, no matter your background.

• Resolving complex pay query enquiries, issues, complaints escalating where appropriate.
• Support the processing of all payroll credit transfers and emergency CHAPS payments.
• Make sure statutory deductions are correctly made and accounted for and that all statutory returns, including those for taxable benefits relating to the employees are produced and dispatched in a timely manner.
• Ensure that non-statutory deductions made on behalf of the employees are accounted for and returns, including payment, are made to the appropriate organisations.
• Stay on top of company and statutory changes, working with Information Technology & the ES Systems & Portfolio Development team, ensure vital system changes are implemented at the required time.
• Ensure that any advice and services given to managers, employees and external organisations are of a high quality and delivered in a customer focused way