Payroll Assistant – £31,000

We have an opportunity for a self-motivated and enthusiastic Payroll Assistant based at our Support Office in Bromley, Kent. Excelcare are a privately owned care provider with 31 care homes, a homecare division, a supported housing business and a number of smaller operating companies. We pay up to 3,000 employees monthly.

As Payroll Assistant you would be reporting to the Head of Payroll, working with an experienced and well-established team to provide and maintain an efficient and accurate day-to-day payroll support function. It as an exciting time of change moving towards digitalising our systems and processes so you would be part of that journey too.

About the role:

·        Manage and process monthly and bi-weekly payroll cycles, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

·        Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations, including tax and National Insurance contributions, pensions, statutory payments and the submission of PAYE and Real Time Information filings.

·        Record and maintain precise payroll records. Calculating and process payments, deductions, pensions, and benefits, ensuring they are accurately reflected on employees' payslips.

·        Processing timesheets, entering the data and deal with payroll queries efficiently and accurately.

·        Escalate payroll queries

·        Collaborate with HR to ensure payroll is processed in alignment with new starter information and company procedures.

·        Stay updated on changes to payroll legislation and HMRC guidelines.

·        Assist with audits and year-end processes, including P11Ds, bonus payments and annual salary reviews.

About you:

·        A professional, proactive approach with a strong focus on customer service and team collaboration.

·        Willingness to embrace change as we move toward digitalisation.

·        Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role.

·        Proficient in managing payroll systems; experience with Flexi Pay is desirable.

·        High level of attention to detail and accuracy.

·        Highly numerate.

·        Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

·        Strong communication skills (both written and verbal) for liaising with employees and management.

·        Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

·        Proven experience in payroll administration ideally within a UK-based organisation.

·        Strong knowledge of UK payroll and benefits legislation, including PAYE, National Insurance, pension schemes, and taxation.

·        Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.

What we offer in return for your hard work:

·        25 Days holiday plus bank holidays

·        Refer a Friend Scheme rewarding £500 for every person you refer*

·        DBS certificate paid by Excelcare*

·        Comprehensive induction programme

·        Funded qualifications via the apprenticeship programme (where required)

·        Contributory pension

·        Annual pay rise

·        Discretionary annual bonus

This is a busy role with a great opportunity to learn more and develop knowledge and skillset.

*T’s and C’s apply

If you are interested to find out more, please apply online today – we look forward to hearing from you.