Payroll Administrator

Payroll Administrator
Full time hours
Hybrid working: Typically, 2-3 days in office / working from home
£28,000 - £33,000 per annum + Company performance bonus + Benefits
Permanent
Westerleigh Crematorium Head Office (Near Bristol)

Are you an experienced Payroll Administrator looking for a new challenge?
If so, we would love to hear from you!

We are one of the largest independent operators of crematoria in the UK, supported by almost 500 empathetic and dedicated individuals. We have big ambitions; to grow and invest in our sites, maintain our vision, further develop our colleagues to provide best in class facilities for our customers.

Like many of our colleagues, you might not have considered our industry before, however we offer ongoing investment in your development and an opportunity to become a part of something truly meaningful and significant.

The role

We have a small payroll team of two and you will be supporting our Payroll Manager in providing an effective and efficient payroll service, ensuring the accurate and timely monthly payment of employees and reporting for the business.

You will need to have in-depth working knowledge of payroll and pension legislation and contribute to the co-operative working across operational sites and departments.

This is a great opportunity to broaden your payroll knowledge and experience. Additional training and development opportunities within payroll are also available if you would like to grow your knowledge further.

Key responsibilities include:

End to End Payroll processing across 9 Payroll Companies including:

  • Time & attendance system, checking and administration.
  • Process all new starters, leavers, absence, statutory leave and pay.
  • HMRC reporting.
  • Pension administration.
  • Variance reporting on finalised payroll.
  • Provide advice and guidance to Employees and Managers.
  • Monitor the Payroll Mailbox resolving queries and issues, escalating where required.
  • Liaising with HR on Payroll Queries.
    Assisting the Payroll Manager with:
  • Month End processing and reporting.
  • P11D reporting and submission.
  • PSA reporting and submission.
  • Year End reporting and submission.
  • Ad hoc projects/analysis as and when required.
About you
  • Experienced Payroll Administrator. You might have worked as a Payroll Advisor, Payroll Officer, Payroll Clerk, Payroll Assistant, Payroll Co-ordinator etc
  • Good technical knowledge of payroll and payroll systems
  • Cascade Payroll System Experience desirable although not essential
  • Multi-Payroll experience desirable although not essential
  • Computer literate with excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically excel
  • A self-starter with a ‘can do’ and flexible attitude
  • Excellent accuracy and attention to detail
  • Can work under pressure and strict deadlines
  • Team player
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Good time management and organisational skills
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills with proactive approach to problem solving
  • Knowledge of statutory and legislative regulations
What We Offer

If you would like to join the Westerleigh team, you can be sure of a warm welcome, ongoing training and development and a sense of pride by truly making a difference every day to the families we serve. No two days are the same and many of our Managers have developed their careers within the business. 

The values we champion are Safety First, Exceptional Care, Uniquely Personal and One Team.

In addition to salary, you will also be eligible for the following benefits:
  • Company performance bonus
  • 32 days holiday (Includes 8 days bank holiday)
  • Life Assurance
  • Pension scheme
  • Access to a wide range of retail discounts and wellbeing support
  • Ongoing learning & development
  • Employee Assistance / Occupational health support Program
  • Mindfulness App
  • Mental Health First Ambassadors
  • The benefit we hope you’ll never need: Free Cremation benefit for Immediate family
  • Bereavement Leave
  • Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
  • Recognition scheme
  • Free Flu jab
  • Free parking
What next? Start a career with significance by applying today.

We generally advertise vacancies for a minimum of 1 week before reviewing applications. We reserve the right to close the application window sooner if a significant number of applications are received. If you’re not contacted, please assume you have been unsuccessful. Unfortunately, feedback is not always possible due to the volume of applications we receive.
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