Remote Payroll and Pensions Specialist - 3 month contract

Project overview

About Our Client

A company operating in the transport and distribution industry, based in West Sussex.

Job Description

Main Responsibilities

The Successful Applicant

A successful Payroll/Pensions professional should have:

What's on Offer

If you're interested in this role, apply now.

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.

• Option to work REMOTELY
• Flexibility with hours
• Manage end-to-end weekly and monthly payroll processing across six group companies.
• Ensure employees are paid accurately and on time, while maintaining compliance with payroll legislation.
• Administer and reconcile pension contributions, with particular responsibility for NEST pension processes.
• Review payroll outputs from the managed payroll provider and investigate discrepancies where required.
• Work closely with HR and Finance teams to ensure payroll data, reporting and records are accurate.
• Resolve payroll and pension-related queries and support the management of existing payroll backlogs.
• Ensure compliance with auto-enrolment legislation
• Produce payroll reports.
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, controls, automation and overall efficiency.
• Support the ongoing optimisation of systems and help implement best-practice payroll procedures.
• Proven experience managing end-to-end payroll processes within a medium to large organisation.
• Strong knowledge of NEST pensions, including pension contributions, auto-enrolment and compliance requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to ensure payroll and pension data is accurate and compliant.
• Experience working collaboratively with HR, Finance and external payroll service providers.
• A proactive approach to problem solving, with the ability to identify process improvements and drive efficiencies.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to manage payroll queries professionally and effectively.
• Salary yearly equivalent of £60,000 to £70,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• A 3-month interim fixed-term contract.

Project details

• Start: flexible
• Location: London, GB