Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist Job Description Template

Our company is looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our team.

Responsibilities:

• Managing customer queries in writing and verbally;
• Provide support for external and internal audit review for local unit activities;
• Checking and processing of weekly payroll, documenting errors for KPI monitoring, adhering to control and audit requirements;
• All relevant outputs are accurately produced and delivered on time to onward users (e.g. HMRC, Finance, Sites);
• Responsible for ensuring all payrolls are completed accurately and on time ;
• Complete financial reporting for all global payrolls monthly;
• Updating and maintaining payroll records as requested by the business;
• Consolidating the payroll;
• Maintain a well organised and timely filing process for payroll records and other related documentation;
• To support the payroll manager in their absence for specialist or urgent queries that may arise;
• Review and resolve any individual queries to ensure they are answered, and anomalies dealt with at a first line level;
• Ensure that requested variations to payroll are made i.e. starters, leavers, legislative changes;
• General administration tasks where required;
• Ensuring that new starter’s audits are processed daily;
• Log any special details including holiday, SSP and maternity / paternity.

Requirements:

• Experience with payroll software;
• Knowledge of global mobility processes would be beneficial;
• An exceptional eye for detail as well as a proactive and methodical approach to work;
• Ownership and accountability – make decisions to resolve immediate issues;
• Excellent computer skills including Excel and Outlook;
• Outstanding communicator and a solution focused problem solver;
• A sense of urgency in solving inquiries and requests to ensure timely resolution and an ability to work effectively under pressure;
• A proven track record within payroll experience within payroll is essential for this position;
• Problem solving skills – you are a natural problem solver who is adaptable and can embrace change;
• The ability and full confidence in producing reports across all areas of the business;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in order to communicate with customers, peers, and vendors;
• Excellent PC skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint);
• An effective team player with a willingness to learn;
• The ability to Coach, Mentor, Develop and inspire;
• Ability to adapt to change and to identify continuous business improvement opportunities.