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Payroll Officer

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Posted 12 days ago, valid for 12 days
Location

Leeds, West Yorkshire LS14 1DZ

Salary

£35,000 - £38,500 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Salary: £35,000 - £38,500 per annum
  • Experience: Experience in payroll management within the public sector would be advantageous but not essential
  • Job Description: Manage entire payroll process, ensure compliance with statutory requirements, resolve discrepancies, align payroll with budgeting, maintain confidentiality
  • Profile: Degree in Accounting or Finance, proficiency in payroll software and MS Office, strong numerical skills, ability to work under pressure
  • Job Offer: Competitive salary, local government pension scheme, generous holiday leave, supportive work culture, chance to make impact in public sector

A rewarding opportunity awaits a diligent Payroll Officer in the Accounting & Finance department, who is well-versed in the public sector and government. The role requires a meticulous individual who can efficiently manage payroll operations, ensuring accuracy and meeting strict deadlines.

Client Details

Our client is a large, public sector organisation based in Leeds. With a team of over 300 dedicated professionals, they are committed to providing efficient services that drive regional growth and improve quality of life.

Description

  • Manage the entire payroll process for the organisation.
  • Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements related to payroll.
  • Resolve payroll discrepancies and answer employee payroll queries.
  • Work closely with the Accounting & Finance department to align payroll with budgeting and financial reporting.
  • Ensure accurate recording and reporting of payroll transactions.
  • Maintain employee confidence by keeping payroll information confidential.
  • Stay updated with latest changes in payroll legislation.
  • Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing related tasks as needed.

Profile

A successful Payroll Officer should have:

  • A degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • Experience in payroll management within the public sector would be advantageous but not essential.
  • Proficiency in payroll software and MS Office Suite.
  • Strong numerical skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Job Offer

  • A competitive salary range of £35,000 - £38,500 per annum.
  • Enrolment in a local government pension scheme.
  • Generous holiday leave.
  • A supportive and collaborative work culture.
  • Opportunity to work in a vibrant city like Leeds.
  • Chance to make a real impact in the public sector.

Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to take your career to the next level in a rewarding and stimulating environment. Apply now to join our dedicated team in Leeds.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.