Payroll Officer

At The Wilf Ward Family Trust, we pride ourselves on creating a positive, supportive, and efficient workplace where our team members thrive. We're currently looking for a detail-oriented and dependable Payroll Officer to join our People Team and ensure our employees are paid accurately and on time.

Role Overview:
As a Payroll Officer, you’ll be responsible for the end-to-end processing of payroll, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation, company policies, and award conditions. You’ll play a key role in supporting both our finance and HR functions with accurate and timely payroll services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process weekly/fortnightly/monthly payroll for circa 1100 employees

• Ensure compliance with tax regulations, superannuation, and employment laws

• Maintain and update payroll systems and employee records

• Prepare payroll reports for internal and external stakeholders

• Manage leave entitlements, deductions, and terminations

• Respond to payroll-related queries from employees in a timely and professional manner

• Liaise with finance and HR to ensure payroll accuracy and efficiency

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in a similar payroll position

• Solid knowledge of payroll legislation, tax and other employment pay 

• High attention to detail and excellent numerical skills

• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities

• Ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines

Why Join Us?

• Friendly and supportive team culture

• Flexible working arrangements

• Opportunities for professional development 

If this role is right up your street, then hit apply and speak with our dedicated recruitment team!

Please be aware it’s a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in Regulated Activity (under the Safeguarding and Vulnerable Groups Act 2006) to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with that particular group such as adults or children. Please note any successful job offer will be conditional based on pre employment checks such as DBS and referencing prior to a start date agreed. The Wilf Ward Family Trust has a clear commitment to safeguarding within all practices, for more information on criminal discloses you can visit www.gov.uk

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Founded in 1986, The Wilf Ward Family Trust is dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities. We empower them to lead fulfilling lives and embrace innovation to stay at the forefront of social care. Join us on our journey towards equality and a brighter future. Welcome to the Wilf Ward Family Trust.