Job Description
About the role We are pleased to be recruiting for an experienced Payroll Assistant to join our busy Payroll team, based at the Port of Grangemouth. This is a varied role, which will see you supporting with the provision of an efficient and effective payroll service for a range of payrolls administered across the Forth Ports Group. This is an end-to-end payroll positions and some of your tasks will include ensuring accurate and timely processing of payroll transactions, maintaining payroll records, and responding promptly to employee payroll enquiries.Other key duties are:Processing all payroll information to ensure net pay, tax, pension and NI is calculated accurately in accordance with HMRC guidelinesPrompt and accurate processing of rates of pay, tax codes, leavers, new starts and transfers on our iTrent payroll systemReconciliation of monthly reports and balance sheet itemsPreparation and issue of monthly reports for our wider Finance teamProcessing P11D employee benefitsAssisting with user testing and system upgrades to our payroll systemWhat are we looking for?End-to-end payroll experience gained in a fast-paced environmentPrevious experience working with iTrent Payroll/HR system would also be advantageousExcellent numeracy, accuracy and IT skills, particularly excel and MS office suiteSound working knowledge of payroll systems and proceduresGood awareness of PAYE rules including HMRC reporting (RTI)Ability to work effectively within a small team to ensure set payroll deadlines are metWhat can Forth Ports offer you?At Forth Ports, our people are at the heart of our success and we are committed to creating a flexible, open, and friendly working environment. We can offer you:Competitive salary with regular salary reviewsDefined contribution pension scheme and life assurance coverGenerous annual leave allowanceFree car parkingEmployee Assistance Programme (EAP) for employees and their familiesHealth promotion events and other employee wellbeing initiatives, including Cycle to Work and GymFlex gym membershipsEmployee discount platform offering discounts on UK wide restaurants, car rentals and holidays