My client, an established Utility and Infrastructure Service provider have experienced significant growth over the past 10 years and are looking for a Payroll Officer to join their fast paced Salford based team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing a comprehensive and accurate payroll service across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• To support the Payroll Manager to provide a timely and accurate payroll system.
• To provide comprehensive first line advice to employees and managers within the business
• Support the processing and running of the end to end fortnightly payroll, including the collation and distribution of time sheets for both direct employees and labour only subcontractors
• Support the department in all aspects of administration, including starters and leavers across the business whilst maintaining and updating the payroll systems.
• Ensuring all necessary payments are made within the deadlines set, for example Pension Contributions and BACS Salary Payments
• The production and distribution of management reports
• Reconciliation of weekly time-sheets along with the input of overtime and bonus payments.
• Ensuring current payroll legislation knowledge is up to date and in line with HMRC, with procedures updated accordingly.

Qualifications/Skills Required

• Previous payroll experience essential, with the use of Sage payroll package preferable.
• IT literate - Competent in Microsoft Office package, with a sound knowledge of Excel
• Sound knowledge and understanding of statutory requirements
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent numeracy and literacy skills
• Process CIS payroll

This role will suit someone looking to really progress within their career within a growing and secure business.