Payroll Officer

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Are you eager to land a brand new role? Our client, a busy Local Authority in West Yorkshire, are looking for an experienced Payroll Officer to join their team and play a crucial role in their Revenues, Benefits and Payroll operations.       

Position: Payroll Officer
Rate: £18.88 per hour (Umbrella)
Contract Duration: Temp (Aug 2026) Possible Extension
Working Arrangement: Hybrid 

Purpose:

• To assist in the provision of diverse Payroll functions to ensure an effective and responsive service to strict deadlines including the processing of pay to gross and gross to net, maintenance of accurate employee records using both IT and manual systems and provide advice, support and guidance on payroll related issues.

Job Responsibilities: 

• Ensure the prompt processing of all payroll related conditions of service issues to agreed deadlines including but not limited to salaries, increments, pay awards, overpayments, expenses and allowances in accordance with the relevant local arrangements, legislation and audit key controls.
• Provide professional advice and guidance on all payroll related matters.
• Ensure that any overpayments are processed efficiently, effectively and according to set policies to allow for timely recovery.

Job Requirements:

• Previous experience working within a local authority or a similar organisation.
• At least 1 year experience within a Payroll Officer role or equivalent.
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development. 

Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. 

How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying, please press the button below, send your CV to james.fernandez@temptingrecruitment.co.uk or contact James on 020 3854 4907 to discuss further.

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