£13/hr to £14/hr
Newcastle upon Tyne, England
Temporary, Variable

Payroll Clerk

Posted by Reed.

Payroll Clerk

  • Job Type: Part time, 3 days per week (Hybrid)
  • Location: Newcastle
  • Salary Range: £13-14p/h depending on experience

My client is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to join their team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing payroll processes, ensuring accurate and timely compensation for their employees, and addressing any payroll-related queries.

Day to Day of the role:

  • Collect and verify timesheets from employees to ensure accurate payroll processing.
  • Enter employee information and payroll data into the system with precision.
  • Serve as the first point of contact for employees' questions and concerns regarding payroll, providing clear and helpful responses.
  • Calculate payable hours, commissions, bonuses, taxes, and deductions to ensure correct employee compensation.
  • Process new hires, promotions, and terminations in the payroll system in a timely manner.
  • Resolve payroll discrepancies by collecting and analysing information and liaising with the HR department as necessary.
  • Provide payroll information by answering questions and fulfilling requests from employees or management.
  • Maintain payroll operations by adhering to policies and procedures and suggesting any necessary changes to improve the payroll process.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Proven experience as a Payroll Clerk or in a similar role.
  • Familiarity with payroll software and strong data entry skills.
  • Understanding of basic accounting principles and payroll best practices.
  • Strong numerical aptitude and attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication skills to interact with employees and resolve queries.
  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
  • Knowledge of applicable laws and payroll tax regulations.

Duration:

This is a 6–9-month temporary position, with potential for permanent!

To apply for the Payroll Clerk position, please submit your CV now!