Payroll Clerk

Job Title: Payroll Clerk

Department: Finance/Accounting

Reports To: Payroll Manager

Location: Rochester, Medway, ME2 2BD

Position Overview: The Payroll Clerk is an office-based position responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll. This role involves a range of duties including verifying timesheets, calculating deductions, and issuing payslips. The Payroll Clerk will also handle discrepancies and disputes regarding payments, maintain up-to-date employee payment records, and ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

* Verifying timesheets to ensure accurate payment to employees.

* Calculating necessary deductions such as taxes, benefits, and other withholdings.

* Issuing payslips timely to employees and ensuring proper distribution.

* Managing payment discrepancies and disputes, and resolving them in a timely manner.

* Updating employee’s payment information in the company’s payroll database.

* Creating payroll reports for management and auditing purposes.

* Entering payroll data into the system accurately and efficiently.

* Adjusting the tax status of employees or withholding information as necessary.

* Processing direct deposits, ensuring accurate and timely electronic payments.

* Updating employee banking records to ensure accurate payment processing.

Qualifications:

* GCSEs or equivalent required (Further education in Accounting or a related discipline is preferred).

* Must have experience in using brightHR for HR and payroll processes.

* Good understanding of Microsoft 365 Applications, with Excel being the main application used for various payroll tasks.

* Must possess excellent computer skills and knowledge, demonstrating proficiency in a range of software and applications.

* 2+ years experience in payroll or related field.

* Strong knowledge of payroll best practices and federal/state regulations.

* Proficiency in payroll software and Microsoft Excel.

* Strong work ethic, professionalism, and team player.

* Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

* Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with various levels of management.

* Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and analytical skills.

* Organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize.

Employee Benefits:

* Work Phone

* Laptop

* Staff Parking

Working Hours:

* Monday to Friday

* 37.5 hours per week

* Office hours are 9am - 5pm

Salary:

* £25,000 - £30,000 per annum, depending on experience