Payroll Clerk

Buckswood school motto is ‘Ad Vitam Paramus’ or ‘we prepare for life’, and our magical campus set on 40 acres of country estate, vineyard, stables and activity centre provide the perfect setting for passionate subject specialists to ignite the imaginations of our students. Join a school that likes to think outside of the box and inspire children to do the same.

Are you a skilled Payroll Clerk with experience in managing payroll ? Are you adept at processing monthly payroll and handling payments to banks efficiently? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team!

Responsibilities:

• You will be responsible for accurately processing payroll on a monthly basis. This includes calculating wages, overtime, bonuses, and deductions, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and company policies.
• You will oversee the timely and secure transfer of funds to employees' bank accounts. This involves reconciling payroll data with bank statements and addressing any discrepancies as needed.
• You'll coordinate the printing and distribution of pay slips to employees, ensuring confidentiality and accuracy throughout the process. Additionally, you'll assist with resolving any payroll-related inquiries
• You will be responsible for maintaining comprehensive payroll records and generate reports as required.
• You will be responsible for maintaining accurate records of employee holiday entitlements and usage. This includes updating and managing the holiday chart, ensuring that all holidays are properly recorded and accounted for.
• You will be responsible for processing all starters and leavers, ensuring all documents, such as P45’s, are in place for staff. Ensure that all records relating to pension administration and auto enrolment are accurately processed

Requirements:

• Proven experience in payroll administration.
• Proficiency in payroll software and accounting systems.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, especially when dealing with sensitive financial information.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with employees and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of relevant payroll laws, regulations, and best practices.

If you're a skilled Payroll Clerk with experience in processing payroll and you're ready to take on a new challenge, we want to hear from you!

Candidates are invited to submit their CVs to the school, and if successful following an initial sift, will be provided with the full Job Description and then be required to submit a full school application form, before being shortlisted and invited to an interview.

Hours: 18-21 hours per week

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Buckswood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Criminal Records Bureau now the Disclosure and Barring Service. You must also have the right to work in the UK with appropriate Visa if necessary. If you have not lived/worked in the UK for the past 5 years you will need to provide a Police check from the country in which you have been living and working.