We are pleased to announce an exciting opportunity here at Potens for a Payroll Co-Ordinator (Fixed Term Minimum 12 Months)

Are you an experienced Payroll Co-Ordinator looking for a rewarding new challenge Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where accuracy teamwork and attention to detail make a real impact

Were seeking a proactive and detail-driven professional to join our well-established and supportive payroll team on a minimum 12-month fixed-term contract. In this role you will be responsible for delivering accurate timely payroll processing across our organisation working closely with the Payroll Manager and wider teams to maintain compliance efficiency and high-quality service.

This position offers flexible hybrid working primarily home-based with occasional travel to our Head Office in Birkenhead giving you the ideal balance between collaboration and flexibility.

What well give you:

We believe in rewarding hard work and commitment which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to:

• Salary:per annum (DOE)

• Fixed Term Contract Minimum 12 Months

• 40 hours per week with flexible start/finish times

• Hybrid working work from home with travel to Birkenhead when required

• Contributory pension scheme

• Employee Assistance Programme accessible 24/7

• Funded training and development opportunities

• Exclusive employee discounts on shopping leisure and household expenses

• A friendly supportive and collaborative work environment

• Employee referral scheme

What youll be doing:

• Collect and review time and attendance data from rota systems ensuring accuracy

• Amend rota data in line with authorised management instruction

• Maintain employee pay rates for new starters leavers contract changes NMW updates and pay reviews

• Process new starters leavers and contract changes in line with company policy and legislation

• Generate contracts and amendment letters through Select HR

• Ensure all payroll data is authorised and processed within agreed SLAs

• Process statutory documentation such as AEOs tax notices and student loans

• Manage sickness absence processing including SSP calculations and verification of documentation

• Process statutory payments (SMP SPP SAP ShPP) including calculations system input and related forms

• Calculate and process final payments including holiday accruals loans and deductions

• Respond to payroll queries within set timeframes

• Process out-of-cycle/manual payments when required

• Liaise with HMRC pension providers courts Access Salary Finance Tusker and other third parties

• Carry out payroll controls and reconciliations to ensure accuracy

• Assist with payroll calculations one-off payments and continuous improvement activity

• Maintain legislative knowledge and complete mandatory training

• Provide support and cover for colleagues during periods of absence

• Process expenses in line with company policy

(A full list of responsibilities is available upon request.)

Who you are

Were looking for a motivated detail-focused professional who can work independently and collaboratively. Youll bring:

• Minimum 2 years experience processing end-to-end payroll for over 1000 employees

• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines

• Strong communication skills both virtual and face-to-face

• A positive hands-on proactive approach

• Strong organisational and time-management skills

• Ability to engage effectively with internal stakeholders

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word

• Experience using Access Select HR and Select Pay (desirable but not essential)

• Familiarity with rota systems such as CareSys PeoplePlanner or Care Cloud (desirable)

• Understanding of LMS/E-Learning systems (desirable)

• Flexible approachable sociable team player

• Commitment to accuracy confidentiality and compliance

Who we are:

We are a national provider of health social and education services withover 35 years experience. Our employees are the driving force behind the fantastic care and support delivered to hundreds of adults and children across the UK.

Our teams are purposeful positive and progressive empowering the people we support to have a voice achieve their goals and change their lives.

Join our team and have the satisfaction of knowing youre making a difference every return for your hard work and passion well provide you with real meaning and purpose in your career.

Safeguarding

Potens is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of the people we support across all our services. All applicants will be subject to robust pre-employment checks prior to appointment; including but not limited to an enhanced DBS and a minimum of two satisfactory references.

Our checks will be service and role specific and can be discussed pre-application if required. To view our policy on recruitment of ex-offenders please see full details ()

Diversity

We champion diversity and recognise the importance of our teams representing the communities and people we support. At Potens youll find an inclusive environment where you can be yourself where everyone shares the same purpose: helping people live independently healthier happier lives and creating a workplace where all feel welcome and supported

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