Job description
Michelmersh Brick Holdings are looking for an enthusiastic and committed individual to join our team at our Danehill site as a Payroll Assistant.
The successful applicant will be a crucial part of our Payroll team, ensuring accurate and timely processing of payroll for weekly paid employees whilst maintaining compliance with statutory regulations and internal policies. They will act as a key point of contact for payroll-related queries and contribute to the smooth operation of the payroll function, assisting the Pay & Benefits Manager in completing reconciliations and reports.
In addition to this, the successful applicant will be expected to help with general HR administration to support our HR team. Previous experience in HR is not required and full training will be given in relation to this aspect of the role.
This role is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous experience in Payroll processing and is looking to develop their career further, as opportunities for career progression within the department are available. We will provide a work-based employer funded qualification (level dependent on previous experience) to develop the successful applicant further.
Please note we are in a rural location with no public transport links, so personal transport is a requirement for the successful applicant.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Process company’s payroll every pay period by gathering, calculating and inputting data
• Resolve payroll queries from employees and managers in a timely and professional manner
• Assist in payroll reconciliations and reporting for internal and external stakeholders
• Adhere to payroll policies and procedures and comply with relevant law
• Ensure confidentiality of employees’ pay records at all times
• Ensure accurate input of employee data including new starters, leavers, and changes on the HR information system
• Process manual calculations and adjustments when required
• Maintain payroll systems and spreadsheets; ensure data integrity and confidentiality
• Support pension scheme administration and auto-enrolment processes
• Assist HR with general administration in department including new starters, leavers, recruitment, right-to-work checks, documentation and references

Previous experience & Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a payroll environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll software (IRIS Cascade desirable, not essential)
• Payroll-related qualification (e.g., CIPP L3 or equivalent) desirable but not essential
• Experience with UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirements

Personal Specifications

• High attention to detail with ability to identify errors or anomalies in payroll
• Ability to work to a deadline
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, able to manage multiple projects at the same time
• Desire to progress within the organisation, including to obtain further qualifications
• Problem solving skills
• Data entry skills
• Dependability

What we offer

• £28,000 per annum
• 25 days holiday plus 8 statutory per annum
• Further employer funded training for career progression
• Employee benefits such as Cycle to Work scheme, Life Assurance, Beneden Health, Cash Plan, periodic entry to ShareSave schemes and employee discounts
• Regular opportunities to develop and learn new skills via employer funded training
• Hybrid working upon successful completion of probation period

If the above role appeals to you and you are looking for a new challenge Michelmersh want to hear from you.
To apply online: http://www.mbhplc.co.uk/job-vacancies
About Us
As Britain’s Brick Specialists, Michelmersh Brick Holdings PLC unites the best in clay traditions. The Group represents seven of the most recognised premium brands across the UK and Europe: Blockleys, Carlton, FabSpeed, Floren.be, Freshfield Lane, Hathern Terra Cotta and Michelmersh, producing over 125 million handmade and machine-made clay bricks and pavers annually.
Michelmersh strives to be a well invested and sustainable business, and we recognise that our people and the variety of skills they bring enable us to be at forefront of innovation. As such, we are committed to advocating for equal employment opportunities within our organisation, and welcome applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, disability, or background.
We are similarly committed to providing development and career progression for all our employees, whilst continuing to champion a culture of wellbeing through ongoing mental health initiatives, recognised Mental Health First Aiders, and a dedicated Employee Assistance Programme.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Bereavement leave
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Sick pay
• Work from home

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Haywards Heath RH17 7HH: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Payroll: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In perso

• Process company’s payroll every pay period by gathering, calculating and inputting data
• Resolve payroll queries from employees and managers in a timely and professional manner
• Assist in payroll reconciliations and reporting for internal and external stakeholders
• Adhere to payroll policies and procedures and comply with relevant law
• Ensure confidentiality of employees’ pay records at all times
• Ensure accurate input of employee data including new starters, leavers, and changes on the HR information system
• Process manual calculations and adjustments when required
• Maintain payroll systems and spreadsheets; ensure data integrity and confidentiality
• Support pension scheme administration and auto-enrolment processes
• Assist HR with general administration in department including new starters, leavers, recruitment, right-to-work checks, documentation and reference