At a Glance
- Tasks: Support payroll processing and deliver accurate payrolls for our customers.
- Company: Join a dynamic team at Fourth, a leader in payroll solutions.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 holidays, flexible working, wellness activities, and growth opportunities.
- Other info: Access to on-demand pay tools and a supportive work culture.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in payroll with real impact and development potential.
- Qualifications: GCSEs in Maths and English, plus 2 years in an office environment.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
The role of a Payroll Trainee supports the wider Payroll Bureau by delivering comprehensive payrolls to Fourth customers. Working as part of a team, weekly and monthly payrolls will be processed accurately and on time. The trainee will be the first point of contact for payroll queries, providing a career development opportunity to become a Payroll Specialist or to move internally within Fourth departments.
Primary Responsibilities
- Administer all payrolls within a set portfolio of customers, ensuring all employees are paid accurately and on time to achieve Bureau targets with the support of Payroll Trainers and the wider Bureau.
- Build and maintain strong customer relationships and provide customer service according to the Bureau service definition and Service Level Agreement.
- Ensure all data is received from the customer on time and all output is delivered to the customer in line with metrics and targets.
- Complete all aspects of payroll reconciliation.
- Ensure all payrolls balance at all times.
- Respond to customer telephone or email queries and take appropriate action.
- Highlight and escalate/respond to any issue which may affect the smooth running of customer payrolls.
- Ensure the customer payroll procedures manual is kept up to date with current processes.
- Send annual timetable communication regarding Easter, Christmas and start of year pay dates.
- Communicate quarterly surveys to customers.
Key Skills And Competencies
- Strong verbal and written communication
- 2 years in an office environment
- Educated to GCSE Level including Maths and English
Benefits
- 25 basic holidays with the option to grow up to 30 with service, plus your birthday off and bank holidays.
- Flexible working: use our flexible working hours and hybrid working environments to manage it.
- Wellness activities and a lot of pampering included; on top of that, you can add gym subscription discounts.
- Laptop and equipment provided.
- Healthcare expense claim tools.
- Growth opportunities with certifications.
- Annual meet‑ups.
- Enhanced parenting scheme.
- Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan provided.
- Pension and life insurance options available.
- On‑demand pay tools to access salary before the end of the month.
All personal data provided by you in your application will be processed by Fourth LTD solely for our recruitment purposes. More information on Fourth LTD's privacy policy for job candidates is available here and by applying you confirm that you have read it. Fourth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without discrimination because of sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, colour, age, national origin, military status, religion, or disability or any other legally protected status.
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Fourth is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee growth and well-being, offering a supportive work culture where Payroll Trainees can thrive. With flexible working arrangements, generous holiday allowances, and wellness initiatives, employees are encouraged to maintain a healthy work-life balance while developing their careers in payroll management. The opportunity for internal mobility and professional certifications further enhances the appeal of joining our dynamic team in a vibrant environment.
