Payroll Specialist in Oxford

Shaw Gibbs is a growing top 35 accountancy practice who provide expert solutions for entrepreneurial businesses and private individuals in Central and Southern England. Shaw Gibbs invest in their teams of high-quality specialists who work with the best-in-breed technology to create value for our clients which exceeds expectation. Our culture is very important to us and is based on our company values of expert, respectful, innovative and collaborative. We develop high performing teams diverse in experiences, backgrounds and ideas. As a growing company, there are plenty of opportunities for development and quick progression. Our practice is known for having a friendly and supportive team culture where everyone receives training and development to increase their technical knowledge and their commercial and management skills. We put our people first and are constantly looking for ways to improve our people's experience. With respectful as one of our values, we are committed to creating an inclusive culture that respects, values and celebrates cultural and individual differences.

We have several offices in Central and Southern England and have ambitious plans to expand our business. To support the organization's growth, we have created a new opportunity for a Payroll Specialist to join our Oxford team. This is a permanent full-time role with hybrid and flexible working options.

Job requirements

• Ideally CIPP qualified with 3-5 years UK payroll experience.
• Experience within an accountancy/bureau environment is highly desirable.
• Strong IT skills and able to pick up new software packages very quickly.
• Highly organised, able to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Able to prioritise workload effectively and work in a flexible manner.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Enjoys a fast-paced work environment.
• A self-starter with a high level of resilience.
• Demonstrates a strong team spirit but also very effective working independently.
• A positive "can do" attitude with a strong desire to learn and develop.

Job responsibilities

• Provide payroll services to a portfolio of clients varying in size and complexity.
• Process payrolls on a weekly, monthly, quarterly or yearly basis (or as directed).
• Process starters and leavers, calculating statutory payments, RTI submissions, pension deductions etc.
• Set up PAYE scheme with HMRC and cease schemes when needed.
• Act as primary contact with HMRC for all PAYE related matters.
• Calculating auto enrolment pension deductions and ensuring compliance.
• Uploading pension contributions and starters to appropriate pension portals.
• Submit HMRC RTI information, FPS and EPS ensuring deadlines are met.
• Preparation of P45s, P60s, Starter Declarations and other relevant forms as required.
• Liaise directly with clients to ensure accuracy of payroll data and answer phone queries, resolve problems and provide payroll support.
• Communicate with clients, other staff, Directors and the HM Revenue & Customs.
• Support clients in the day to day running of payroll systems.
• 'Go to' person for members of the Oxford payroll team.

Hybrid working after successful completion of your probationary period (three days in the office and two days at home). Flexible working (flexing your hours around the core working hours of 10am to 4pm). Joining a fast-growing company with exciting growth plans ahead. Exposure to a wide range of clients across many industries. Plenty of opportunity to increase your technical knowledge and skills. A varied role within a talented and experienced team. Entry onto our next Management Development Programme – a bespoke programme aimed at developing and enhancing leadership potential for existing and aspiring managers. ERIC internal recognition awards – monthly recognition awards that celebrate those who champion the Shaw Gibbs values. Regular employee events including a company-wide summer party.

A competitive benefits package, including:

• A 25-day core holiday allowance plus other holiday-related benefits, such as: Holiday trading (the ability to buy or sell up to 5 days holiday per year), flexible bank holidays (the ability to flex your bank holidays to a day that suits you best) and additional holiday with service.
• A dedicated "Wellbeing Day" – an additional day off per year to focus on your wellbeing.
• Employee Assistant Programme (EAP) which includes access to 24/7 online GP consultations, 2nd medical opinions and mental health first aiders present in every office.
• Access to MYNDUP – a wellbeing support platform which offers confidential 1-to-1 sessions with therapists, counsellors, psychologists, and coaches.
• Shaw Gibbs Rewards – access to discounts on a wide range of retailers.
• Health Cash Plan – money back on routine health appointments.
• Electric Vehicles Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
• Client and employee referral bonuses.
• Pension Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
• Death in Service Life Assurance.
• Enhanced family leave policies.
• Bus pass discounts and loans.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Long service awards.

Diversity, equality and inclusion

Shaw Gibbs is an inclusive employer and we are committed to providing equal opportunities to all candidates by ensuring a comfortable and accessible interview experience. We understand that some individuals may have specific needs or require accommodation/adjustments during the recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to ensure your recruitment experience with Shaw Gibbs is as inclusive and accessible as possible, please let us know at your earliest convenience via the application form or via an email to recruitment@shawgibbs.com.

We believe that diversity makes Shaw Gibbs a stronger firm and we look to employ people with different ideas, styles and skillsets. This diversity stimulates a rich, creative environment – one in which our people develop, and our clients enjoy enduring results. We're committed to recruiting, promoting and rewarding our people solely based on their ability to contribute to Shaw Gibbs' goals, without regard to their sex, gender, race, disability, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age or marital status.

Right to work

Unfortunately, for this role we are unable to offer sponsorship for visas/work permits, so you will need to have full right to work in the UK. Your application will be automatically rejected if you do not have full right to work.