CMC Markets
Payroll Administrator
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CMC Markets is looking for a Payroll & Benefits Administrator to support the accurate and timely delivery of UK payroll, benefits and employee share scheme administration.
Working closely with HR, Finance, employees and third-party providers, you will help ensure payroll is processed accurately, reconciliations are completed within agreed deadlines, and employees receive a high-quality, responsive service.
Please note that this is a 12 month FTC.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Payroll:
- Coordinate payroll inputs and support payroll submissions for the UK.
- Complete payroll input, output and variance reconciliations, investigating discrepancies where required.
- Prepare payroll journals and supporting documentation for review and approval.
- Respond promptly to payroll queries from employees, HR, Finance and external providers.
- Prepare reports, reconciliations and documentation for internal and external audit requirements.
- Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure compliance with relevant controls, policies and procedures.
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Benefits and share schemes:
- Support the administration of the Flexible Benefits programme, including new-joiner enrolments and monthly processing.
- Reconcile pension contributions against provider invoices and direct debits.
- Prepare management information for benefit providers within agreed deadlines.
- Support the processing and reconciliation of benefit provider invoices.
- Maintain accurate records for Season Ticket Loans and other employee loans.
- Support the administration of employee share schemes and ensure payroll reporting requirements are accurately communicated and processed.
KEY SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Essential:
- Previous experience in payroll administration, ideally UK payroll.
- Experience working with a third-party payroll provider.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, PivotTables, formulas, data analysis and reconciliation techniques.
- Excellent attention to detail and a strong commitment to accuracy.
- The ability to work under pressure, manage competing priorities and meet strict deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Effective organisation, problem-solving and prioritisation skills.
- A collaborative, customer-focused approach.
- The ability to handle confidential payroll, benefits and employee information with discretion.
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Desirable:
- Experience with HR Information Systems, multi-country payroll, payroll and HR management information, employee benefits or pension schemes.
This role will suit someone who enjoys combining detailed administration, data analysis and stakeholder support, and who is committed to delivering a reliable and professional payroll and benefits service.
Ready to take the next step? Apply now to join CMC Markets.
CMC Markets is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.
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