THE CANDIDATE:

We are looking for a dedicated Payroll Officer/Assistant with experience in processing payroll for small and medium-sized businesses in Northern Ireland. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, a thirst for knowledge, and the ability to manage various payroll functions efficiently.

ROLE OVERVIEW:

• Liaise directly with clients regarding payroll processing.
• Maintain an up-to-date spreadsheet of payrolls to be processed.
• Enter new employees onto payroll software using Starter Checklist and/or P45.
• Check HMRC for any changes in student loans or tax codes.
• Process payrolls according to client deadlines.
• Calculate employee salaries, including sick pay, holiday pay, SMP, etc., as instructed by clients.
• Handle payroll queries from clients and employees.
• Communicate with HMRC on PAYE queries on behalf of clients.
• Send payslips, P45s, P60s, as requested.
• Process year-end payroll tasks.
• Upload P60s at year-end and complete pension-related tasks for clients.
• Ensure pension contributions are uploaded to clients’ respective pension schemes.
• Complete pension regulator declaration of compliance when due.
• Perform ad hoc duties as required.