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A large mixed mainstream secondary school requires a Payroll and Finance Assistant, where you'll play a vital role in ensuring an efficient, accurate, and timely payroll service for approximately 500 employees. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented payroll professional to develop their career within a dynamic and supportive team.

Key Responsibilities:

Working closely with the Payroll Manager, you will assist in delivering a seamless payroll function by:

* Managing payroll data, processing new starters, leavers, pay adjustments, claims, and expenses with accuracy.

* Handling HMRC tax codes, student loans, and overseeing auto-enrolment, ensuring compliance with LGPS, TPS, and NEST pension schemes.

* Processing statutory payments, including SMP, SSP, and holiday pay, with the ability to conduct manual payroll calculations.

* Preparing payroll reports, exporting data for analysis, and ensuring approval procedures are followed.

* Administering monthly payroll adjustments and time sheets.

* Investigating and resolving payroll discrepancies, responding promptly to payroll-related queries.

* Supporting real-time and year-end HMRC submissions, including P60s.

* Conducting regular compliance checks and assisting with statutory reporting.

* Processing monthly payroll journals and finance ledger reconciliations.

* Liaising with auditors regarding payroll matters.

* Managing payroll documentation, ensuring best practices and compliance with GDPR.

What We’re Looking For:

To be successful in this role, you should have:

* A foundation-level payroll qualification (e.g., AAT, CIPP) or equivalent experience.

* GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths at Grade C or above.

* Recent and relevant experience in a busy finance or payroll environment

* Strong knowledge of payroll processes, ideally within a school or academy setting.

* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll/finance systems.

* A high level of confidentiality and understanding of secure financial practices.

* Excellent attention to detail, organisation, and problem-solving skills.

If you're looking for a rewarding payroll role within a forward-thinking organisation, apply today and become part of a team that values excellence and professional growth