Consultants

Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear | Permanent

£37000 - £42000 per annum

Job purpose summary Working closely with the Deputy Payroll Managers to ensure provision of high quality payroll services. In addition, you will be expected to participate in strategic business changes i.e. critical success factors, implement decisions made by the Board and understand the issues that affect the performance of the Company. Key responsibilities & accountabilities Providing expert advice solutions to payroll queries; keeping abreast of technical and legislative developments within the industry. Overseeing the project management of annual and ad-hoc projects such as year-end Involvement in the scrutinising of client payroll work of other less experienced payroll team members. Signing out of ad-hoc and standard letters in response to customer queries. Disseminating information to team members on service delivery objectives and targets for assigned client portfolio. Presenting of technical matters at team meetings. Leading non-client activities, conducting internal audits, being alert to potential improvements in pension payroll processes, quality improvement and implementing changes. Ensuring Governance tracking measures (for example central spreadsheets, error logs etc) are updated promptly. Assuming responsibility for total workflow management for the designated teams, including workload allocation, prioritisation and ensuring delivery in line with client expectations, legal timescales and service level agreements (SLAs). Holding regular workflow meetings with deputy payroll managers to manage progress and resolve any issues. Identifying team objectives or other necessary changes in line with business needs, and actively implements appropriate course of action. Positively contributing to regular management meetings, implementing any recommendations or decisions made in terms of working practices, resourcing, efficiencies and dissemination of communications to more junior staff. Formal staff management responsibilities including areas such as; conducting appraisals, setting individual and team objectives, handling HR, performance management issues and recruitment related activities as and where required. Formal responsibilities for mentoring, training, coaching and developing of pension payroll team members. Ensuring adherence to company policies and working procedures, follow up on errors that impact on teams outside of Payroll Forging strong working relationships with other departments/teams both internal and external to the Company in order to provide a total service to our clients. e.g. Accounts, Payroll, Administration Business Support and in house BACS bureau. Formal responsibility for managing the in-house BACS and ensuring ongoing accreditation through triennial audits Ensuring the accurate updating of Virtual Office for both chargeable and non-chargeable activities, enabling team and self to meet required utilisation and recovery targets, and providing encouragement to team to meet targets and objectives. Reporting to senior management by exception. Training, education & qualification Educated to a minimum of A Level or Degree or equivalent standard. Ideally a minimum of three C grades or above at A Level or equivalent qualification. Strong Maths and English GCSE or equivalent qualification - minimum grade B. Possession of a professional payroll qualification is preferred but not essential (or applicants deemed 'qualified by experience' would be considered). For more information or to apply please contact Maz Williams at Sellick Partnership, Newcastle. Sellick Partnership is a market-leading professional services recruitment specialist operating across the UK. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances, including minorities and those with disabilities. Please note our advertisements use years' experience and salary levels purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice which can be found in the footer on our website.

Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear | Permanent

£24000 - £26000 per annum

I am currently assisting an excellent client with the recruitment of a Senior Payroll Administrator. The successful Senior Payroll Administrator will be responsible for completing basic and routine payroll tasks and activities to assist and provide support to the Payroll function. Key responsibilities Gather basic data and information and carry out routine data entry and basic analysis activities. Carry out basic calculations and run payrolls according to detailed instructions and under direct supervision and in a timely manner Carry out standard support tasks in a timely manner as requested and track payroll processing Assist more senior colleagues with more complex and advanced payroll tasks and standard reports. Deal with email queries and exchange basic information with team members and other internal and external stakeholders. Identifying errors and escalating issues where appropriate. Manage and record own time effectively. Be pro-active and take on personal responsibility and ownership for completion of tasks. Be a team player, a role model for all colleagues and own your personal development to enable you to make an increasing contribution to the company. Create letters from draft to final version. Desired Skills: A minimum 5 GCE's or equivalent at Grade 4 (previously C) or above, including Maths and English or relevant experience in a payroll based role Good interpersonal skills Good communication skills (verbal and written) Strong organisational, planning and prioritisation skills Strong attention to detail and accuracy of work Ability to work to tight timescales Desire to improve standards and develop new procedures and working practices Previous experience in a payroll position at a 'Senior' level Experience of dealing with external clients and customers To find out more about this opportunity please contact Maz Williams at Sellick Partnership Newcastle. Sellick Partnership is a market-leading professional services recruitment specialist operating across the UK. Over the years we have built up an enviable relationship with employers and our expert team of consultants boast up-to-date market knowledge and a strong reputation making Sellick Partnership best placed to help you. Please note our advertisements use years' experience and salary levels purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice which can be found in the footer on our website.

Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire | Permanent

Negotiable

I am currently assisting a fantastic client with the recruitment of a Financial Controller. The successful Financial Controller would be ACA / ACCA qualified with 5 - 10 years post qualified experience. Reporting to the Managing Director. the key reponsibilities are: Month end reporting Oversee Finance department - 5 in total Budgeting and forecasting and cashflows Support operations - information & data as required Manage credit limits for new and existing customers Audited accounts Company secretarial duties various entities Corporation tax computations analysis review and submission Annual tax packs Pension scheme year end accounts/FRS17/disinvestments Pension scheme trustee Review of monthly salaries Cover for some Management Accountant responsibilities (see * below) Cover for PO approvals Balance sheet reconciliations - various Internal controls and process development Any other adhoc tasks as required For more information please contact Maz Williams at Sellick Partnership, Newcastle. Sellick Partnership is a market-leading professional services recruitment specialist operating across the UK. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances, including minorities and those with disabilities. Please note our advertisements use years' experience and salary levels purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice which can be found in the footer on our website.