Payroll Officer

3 Month Contract With A Local Authority

As a Payroll Officer, you will provide reliable, efficient, and high-quality administrative support within a specialist service area, focusing on payroll (or pensions where required). You will play a key role in delivering accurate and timely payroll services while ensuring compliance with established procedures and standards.

Working as part of a busy and complex administrative environment, you will handle a broad range of tasks, respond to customer queries, and provide guidance on payroll-related matters. You will also take on more advanced responsibilities, supporting the Team Leader in managing workloads and ensuring the quality and accuracy of work across the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver end-to-end payroll administration, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with procedures
  
• Process payroll transactions and maintain accurate employee records
  
• Respond to customer queries, providing clear information and guidance on payroll matters
  
• Produce correspondence and maintain documentation in line with organisational standards
  
• Handle more complex, technical, and sensitive payroll issues with professionalism and accuracy
  
• Support the Team Leader in allocating and managing workload within the team
  
• Monitor and check the quality of work completed by colleagues, ensuring high standards are maintained
  
• Identify and escalate issues where necessary, contributing to continuous service improvement
  
• Work collaboratively across teams to support the delivery of central service functions
  

Requirements

• Proven experience in payroll administration or a related field
  
• Strong understanding of payroll processes, procedures, and relevant regulations
  
• Ability to manage complex administrative tasks with accuracy and attention to detail
  
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical information clearly
  
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload effectively
  
• Experience handling sensitive or confidential information appropriately
  
• Ability to support and guide colleagues, contributing to team performance
  

• Bi-Weekly Payments
  
• 37 Hours per Week