Benefits & Payroll Officer (Ref: J11603) Permanent

As part of the People, Talent & Learning Team and working closely with the finance team you will play a crucial role in managing the in-house payroll ensuring seamless reward and benefits administration. This role is predominantly remote with occasional travel to head office as and when needed.

Responsibilities:

• To oversee implementation of relevant system changes and roll out new processes
• Lead end to end payroll input process and compliance including monthly audit and sign off process
• Oversee admin of employee benefits (including but not limited to Pension Plans and Cycle to Work Schemes)
• Be the IR35 legislation expert for the company and ensure company activities align with relevant processes and legislation
• Support internal auditing and quality management on payroll and contractor compliance including IR35 adherence
• Complete reports for HMRC on a monthly basis
• Conduct audits to verify that all contractors and freelancers are correctly classified under IR35 legislations

Qualifications & Experience:

• Proven experience in a similar role or working in a Payroll Position at Officer or Senior Officer level
• Strong working knowledge of reward and benefits administration
• Strong understanding and previous experience of working with contractors that adhere to IR35 regulations
• Excellent attention to detail
• Previous experience in successfully implementing payroll systems and processes
• Working knowledge of of ADP Payroll system and Sage Intacct system desirable
• Experience of working in a standalone payroll position desirable

Unfortunately, due to the high number of applications currently being received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.