Job Description

We are recruiting for an efficient Apprentice Payroll Administrator to be responsible for all payroll processes from start to finish, we require the candidate to have strong numeracy skills, keen eye for detail, be able to multitask effectively and be able to work on their own initiative as well as working as part of a small team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Inputting and processing data for the 4-weekly payroll for our Care Home Business


Maintaining emails and post on a daily basis


Entering and checking all payroll information, such as new starters, leavers, employee changes, sickness & Maternity etc in to the company payroll systems (Sage) in line with our current processes


Collating information, manual calculations and producing 4 weekly payroll reports


Downloading and entering data from HMRC into the Payroll system (Tax Codes, Student Loans etc)


Calculating and making 3rd party payments (AOE, CSA Payments, Childcare Vouchers etc)


Provide assistance, support and advice to all employees & care homes, regional managers and directors on all payroll related information


Maintaining the accuracy of payroll data across all systems, Sage Payroll, Coolcare, Peoples Pension etc


Supporting the Payroll Manager with any Adhoc requirements and working closely with HR and other departments in the continual development and improvement of processes and relationships





To ensure that employee pension records are accurate and that their contributions are paid over to the Peoples Pension by the due date





Ensuring own work fully complies with company Financial Policies & Procedures

APPRENTICESHIP DETAILS

In addition to the above day to day duties, we will provide and fund an accredited CIPP Payroll Administrator Level 3 through the provider

Smart Training & Recruitment

The above qualification will be delivered online over 18 Months + 4 Months End Point Assessment.


It will cover the following topics


Business and Customer Awareness


Regulations and Legislation


Gross Pay National Insurance


Taxation and Tax Codes


Tax Table


Net Pay


Statutory Sick Pay


Child related payments (SMP,SAP, SHPP, SPP, SBP)


Pensions


Benefits in Kind, CIS, OpRA & K Codes


Systems and Processes


Monthly virtual classroom lessons / workshops


Additional online 1-2-1 support from our specialist tutors


Calculation revision lessons


Workplace training, shadowing & mentoring Progress reviews


Functional Skills Support in English and Mathematics End Point Assessment preparation


As you progress through your learning topics, we will supplement this with involvement in real life cases, as and when they are being processed through Payroll. This will enable you to gain supported relevant experience.

REQUIREMENTS

Good IT skills including the use of Microsoft Excel & Word


A desire to have a career in Payroll


Excellent communication skills


Strong numerical aptitude and attention to detail


Ability to work as part of a team


Good planning and organisational skills to balance and prioritise work

WHAT WE OFFER

Free parking on site

23 working days per annum + Bank Holidays - ability to purchase an additional 5 days holidays


Annual Pay Review


Discretionary Bonus

Pension

Breakfast and fruit bowl provided daily


On site gym


On Site Cafe/Bar


Fully Funded Qualifications


Career Progression Opportunities