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Payroll Officer
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About The Company
Creative Support is a reputable not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing high-quality social care services across the UK. Renowned for its commitment to inclusivity, diversity, and excellence, Creative Support invests significantly in its employees to foster a supportive and empowering work environment. The organization has achieved the Gold Standard Investors in People award, reflecting its dedication to staff development and organizational excellence. As a leading social care charity, Creative Support offers a wide range of services to vulnerable individuals, including mental health support, learning disabilities, and older people's services. The company's mission is to promote independence, dignity, and well-being among those it serves, ensuring that every individual receives compassionate and person-centered care.
About The Role
We are seeking an experienced Payroll Officer to join our dynamic payroll team based in Stockport. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a national social care charity that operates multiple payrolls, managing over 5,000 staff on various terms and conditions. The successful candidate will play a vital role in processing weekly and monthly payrolls, ensuring accurate and timely payments to our dedicated staff. You will work closely with the payroll systems team to enhance operational efficiency and accuracy, utilizing your payroll expertise to support our organizational goals. The role demands a high level of confidentiality, attention to detail, and the ability to work under tight deadlines. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional looking to contribute to a meaningful organization while developing their career in payroll management.
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Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess prior experience in payroll processing, with a strong understanding of HMRC requirements, Auto-Enrolment legislation, and data protection policies. Proficiency in using payroll software, Excel, Word, and pension modules is essential. Candidates should demonstrate excellent data entry skills, accuracy, and efficiency, along with the ability to handle confidential information discreetly. A background in social care or similar sectors is advantageous but not essential. The candidate must be diligent, proactive, and able to work effectively within strict deadlines. Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach are necessary to respond helpfully to staff queries and ensure a positive payroll experience for all employees.
Responsibilities
- Processing paperwork related to starters, leavers, and employment changes accurately and promptly.
- Processing weekly and monthly payrolls, verifying timesheets, and calculating gross pay.
- Managing statutory payments, company payments, and third-party deductions.
- Recording holidays in accordance with organizational terms and conditions and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.
- Responding to staff inquiries promptly and professionally.
- Maintaining accurate records.
- Supporting payroll system improvements.
- Collaborating with other departments to ensure payroll processes align with organizational policies and legislative requirements.
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Benefits
Creative Support offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being and professional growth of its employees. Benefits include:
- Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance.
- Extensive training and development opportunities through the Creative Academy.
- A pension scheme with company contributions.
- Free life assurance.
- 25 days of paid annual leave plus bank holidays.
- An additional day off for their birthday.
- An inclusive and supportive work environment.
- Career development pathways to help staff progress within the organization.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme, which offers confidential support services.
- Various wellbeing initiatives aimed at maintaining a healthy work environment.
Equal Opportunity
Creative Support is committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion within its workforce. We are an anti-racist organization and a Stonewall Diversity Champion, actively fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. As a Disability Confident Employer, we ensure that our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to all candidates. We believe that a diverse workforce enhances our ability to deliver exceptional services and create a positive impact in the communities we serve. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds who meet the essential criteria and are eligible to work within the UK. Please note that we are unable to accept applications from candidates on Skilled Worker Visas.
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