Payroll Associate

We have an exciting opportunity for a Payroll Associate to join our central Group Payroll team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

The business is currently undertaking a significant transformation of its payroll function including a review of payroll processes controls and systems. As part of this journey the payroll team is currently operating across multiple Excel-based payroll schedules while new processes and future system solutions are being developed.

Why NWF Group

• Monthly Pay: up too 30000 per annum
• Contract: Initially a 12-month fixed term contract
• Shifts: Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5pm
• Hybrid: Work between remote and our Wardle office
• Holidays: 33 days per year
• Progression Opportunities: Clear progression pathways across the wider group that operates 3 other business
• Training Opportunities: Funded accredited courses.
• Medicash: Cashback on routine medical expenses such as dental optical physiotherapy and more!
• Shopping Discounts: Save with discounts at major retailers like Sainsburys Morrisons Currys Debenhams and more!
• Travel Savings: Discounts on flights hotels and airport parking.
• Entertainment Offers: Reduced prices at over 400 cinemas across the UK including savings on drinks and snacks.
• Dining and Lifestyle: Access to deals on restaurants leisure activities and other lifestyle services.
• Enhanced Policies: Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
• The Usual: Company Pension Scheme Life Assurance Cycle to Work Scheme Employee Assistance Programme including counselling legal and financial support Free Refreshments Free Secure On-Site Parking!

Day to Day

• Support the payroll process across multiple business units.
• Maintain and update payroll records using Excel spreadsheets and internal systems.
• Process payroll-related changes including starters leavers contractual changes holiday pay absence records and statutory payments.
• Validate payroll data to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Reconcile payroll information and investigate discrepancies.
• Respond to payroll queries from employees managers and external stakeholders.
• Produce payroll reports and management information as required.
• Support payroll audits and compliance activities.
• Assist with the ongoing review and improvement of payroll procedures and controls.

What will you bring

• Previous experience in a payroll administration or payroll support role would be advantageous
• Strong Excel skills including the ability to work confidently with large datasets.
• Excellent numerical and data accuracy skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work to strict deadlines.
• An understanding of payroll legislation and statutory payments would be advantageous
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage confidential information appropriately.