Payroll Specialist - Michael Page Scotland : Job Details

The role involves managing and processing payroll duties within the fast-paced FMCG industry.

Client Details

Michael Page is excited to partner with a leading European FMCG business who are actively recruiting for a Payroll Specialist to join their finance team in Glasgow.

Description

· Supporting the weekly payroll processing for around 200 staff

· Data extraction from the time and attendance software

· Review times and verify that the hours worked are accurate

· Calculate holiday payments and accruals

· Process statutory payments

· Process HMRC downloads - tax code, RTI changes and student loans

· Manage deductions for third parties such as earnings arrestment's/DEAS/ Court Orders through the payroll

· Preparation, analysis, and issue payroll reports to the wider business

· Perform checks in relation to national minimum wage to ensure HMRC compliance

· Invoice matching to purchase orders and delivery notes.

· Electronic invoice processing

· Purchase price & quantity analysis

· Statement reconciliations

· Responding to supplier queries

Profile

The successful candidate should have:

* Minimum 2 years previous payroll experience

* Excellent numeracy and attention to detail

* Excellent IT skills, with particular focus on Microsoft Excel skills including Vlookups, Pivot Tables

* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to communicate with employees regarding their pay and various department heads

* The ability to work to tight deadlines and in a high-pressure environment

* Confidentiality and respect for employee privacy is paramount

Job Offer

• A competitive salary £30,000-£32,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• An attractive benefits package, including a pension scheme.
• The opportunity to work in an established FMCG company.
• Learning and development opportunities

If you're passionate about payroll and looking for your next career move within the FMCG industry, we encourage you to apply for this exciting Payroll Specialist position.