Senior Payroll Officer
London Borough of Hillingdon
Role
Who You Are
As a Senior Payroll Officer, you possess in-depth knowledge and experience in transactional payroll services within the local government or public sector environment. You are an adept problem-solver, capable of handling complex payroll queries and ensuring payroll accuracy. You stay informed about the latest HMRC regulations and payroll system developments, and you are committed to continual professional development, including understanding the impact of reward and benefits on employee engagement and retention. You hold a CIPP qualification and have demonstrated continuous professional development.
What the Job Involves
In this role, you are a part of a specialist payroll team responsible for delivering comprehensive payroll services. Your key responsibilities include ensuring accurate and timely salary payments, handling complex payroll queries, and assisting with system developments and improvements. You manage monthly payroll processes, including BACS transmission and finance costings, operate salary sacrifice schemes, and handle reconciliation and payment queries. You also assist with year-end procedures, pay awards, and service development by reviewing procedures and recommending improvements.
Skills
- Significant experience with transactional payroll services
- Handling complex payroll queries
- Knowledge of statutory payroll requirements
- Proficiency in Zellis, HCM Resourcelink, RRS, and Power BI
- Excellent IT skills including Microsoft Office applications
- Understanding of public sector pension schemes and regulations
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Commitment to service improvement and development