Payroll Assistant
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Posted on:
19 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!
We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UKs first Borough of Sanctuary for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.
Introduction
Are you passionate about delivering exceptional service and making sure everyone gets paid accurately and on time Join Lewishams dynamic Payroll team and become the trusted first point of contact for staff schools and external partners. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy solving problems with a smile this is your chance to make a real impact at the heart of the Council.
Whats the role
As a Payroll Assistant youll support the day-to-day delivery of a comprehensive payroll service ensuring staff are paid correctly and queries are resolved promptly. Youll handle data input process payments and provide expert advice to employees and external bodies all while maintaining high standards of customer care and confidentiality.
Whats in it for you
Excellent training and development opportunities plus a range of benefits including:
- Generous holiday allowance
- Local Government Pension scheme
- Flexible working and family friendly policies
- Season ticket and bicycle loans
- A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships
- Supportive staff networks
What were looking for
Were seeking someone with strong IT and administration skills a keen eye for detail and the ability to manage conflicting demands under pressure. Youll need excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to build effective relationships with colleagues and clients. Experience in payroll or personnel administration is essential along with a commitment to equality diversity and outstanding customer service. If youre self-motivated flexible and calm under pressure wed love to hear from you.
Location
The job is primarily based in Laurence House Catford London SE6 4RU but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis.
Special conditions
The recruitment process is anonymous and we dont accept CVs.
For an informal discussion about this job please contact Shida Ashrafi on 0.
Please click here to view the Job Description and Person Specification
Salary
34863 to 38637 per annum (Sc5/6)
N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale) which is subject to evidential proof.
Diversity
Lewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme further details are available at Council has a dedicated employment support service Lewisham Works which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works please email JobsAndSkills@ an advisor will be in touch with you.
The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.
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Required Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
- Data Entry
- Paychex
- QuickBooks
- Accounting
- 10 Key Calculator
- Paylocity
- Microsoft Excel
- Payroll
- ADP
- Administrative Experience
- Human Resources
- Bookkeeping
