We’re pleased to announce that we are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to manage and execute payroll operations within the fast-paced utilities sector with over 5000 employees.
Key Responsibilities
- End-to-end processing of weekly, fortnightly & monthly payrolls for diverse employee groups, including site and office-based teams.
- Month end reporting, reconciliation of payroll reports and RTI submissions.
- Pension reconciliation and upload into pension portal.
- Support the rollout of new payroll systems including data migration, testing, and training.
- Collaborate with IT and finance teams to streamline payroll processes and reporting.
- P11D and Year-End Reporting. Prepare and submit P11D forms for employee benefits and expenses in line with HMRC guidelines. Assist with year-end processes including reconciliation, audit support and statutory reporting.
- Maintain comprehensive payroll records and documentation particularly relating to regulatory audits.
- Generate payroll reports and analytics to support finance and operational leadership.
- Ensure compliance with UK payroll legislation, HMRC reporting, and industry-specific pay practices (e.g. travel and subsistence, shift patterns).
- Collaborate with HR, Finance, and site managers during mobilisation and demobilisation phases of projects.
- Providing advice to employees in relation to payroll queries, mainly on telephone and email
- Reconciliation of weekly Timesheets, along with the input of overtime and bonus payments
- Processing of expenses across the business
- Supporting the team and supervisors within payroll
Experience and Qualifications
Experience and Qualifications
- Experience with payroll systems (e.g. ADP, PeopleHub, Civica & Sage) and time management tools.
- Strong knowledge of UK employment and tax legislation.
- Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with financial and HRIS systems.
- Confident communicator with a proactive and solution-oriented approach.
Preferred Attributes
- Experience managing multi-site, project-based payrolls.
- Understanding of CIS (Construction Industry Scheme) and contractor compliance.
Salary and Benefits
We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package.
Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
We are Armed Forces-friendly. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners.
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Payroll Clerk employer: Network Plus
Network Plus is an excellent employer that values its employees by fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture in Telford, West Midlands. With a strong focus on professional development, we offer numerous growth opportunities and support for career advancement, ensuring that our team members can thrive while working on exciting projects that make a real difference. Join us to be part of a company that prioritises safety, teamwork, and client satisfaction, making every day at work rewarding and fulfilling.
