Payroll and HR Advisor

Our client is a leading business consultancy located in Stratford, committed to promoting sustainability are seeking a Payroll and HR Advisor to join the team.

As Payroll and HR Advisor, you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end payroll processes and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and company policies. You will work closely with multiple departments to gather payroll information and ensure accurate processing of all wages and deductions in line with employee contracts. In addition to payroll duties, you will also assist the HR department with a range of administrative tasks, contributing to the smooth operation of the HR department.

This role is fully office-based, the modern offices are located close to Stratford Station.

Key Responsibilities:

Payroll Duties:

• Manage the end-to-end payroll processes, ensuring compliance with payroll and pension regulations.
• Collaborate with other departments to gather payroll information in a timely manner.
• Accurately calculate and process all wages and deductions as per employee contracts.
• Prepare monthly reports, including overtime summaries.
• Administer payroll payments in coordination with the Finance department, including BACS, PAYE, National Insurance, and benefit orders.
• Complete all HMRC documentation accurately and on time, including P45, P11D, P60, and monthly submissions.
• Address payroll inquiries and provide necessary documentation as required.
• Stay up to date with payroll and pension legislation, identifying areas of risk and proposing mitigating solutions.
• Assist with the preparation of the annual Gender Pay Gap report.

HR Duties

• Update the HR system with employee details and manage daily records.
• Assist with monitoring absences and managing return-to-work processes.
• Respond to HR-related queries promptly and efficiently.
• Provide support by conducting inductions and overseeing the onboarding process when needed.
• Handle administration related to the workplace schemes

Essential Skills:

• Minimum of two years' experience in a payroll role, with proven ability to manage payroll processes for 200 to 500 employees.
• Strong understanding of statutory payments and deductions (SSP, SMP, TAX, NI).
• Excellent attention to detail with a high level of accuracy in payroll processing.
• Ability to handle sensitive information confidentially.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, particularly Excel at an advanced level.
• Previous experience in an HR environment is preferred.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritise in a dynamic environment.
• Proactive approach and a strong desire to deliver accuracy.

Desirable:

• Experience using Iris Payroll Professional and Cascade.
• Working towards a CIPP qualification or relevant qualifications