Payroll Officer

Payroll Officer
Location: Borehamwood
Rate: £22.25 per hour umbrella

A Local Authority in Hertfordshire is currently seeking an Interim Payroll Officer to join their team. This role involves processing the periodic payroll for employees and providing support to the Payroll Manager in various aspects related to the payroll function for the council.

Key Responsibilities:

- Processing all new starters and leavers, including reference requests, leaver letters, and holiday payments.
- Creating and maintaining employee personnel files, ensuring compliance with the Data Protection Act.
- Managing employee benefit information and maintaining accurate payroll records for new starters, leavers, and changes.
- Inputting relevant information into the payroll system and verifying accuracy.
- Conducting payroll calculations and ensuring individual payments are correct.
- Instructing BACS for payment processing and coordinating the distribution of pay slips.

Experience Required:

- Demonstrable experience in payroll administration.
- Knowledge and understanding of income tax, National Insurance, sickness entitlements, and Superannuation.
- Understanding of the importance of maintaining confidentiality.
- Proficiency in computer software for data handling and transmission.