About Our Client

Our client is a prominent player in the technology and telecoms industry. With a strong global presence and over 2000 employees, this Caldicot-based company is dedicated to providing cutting-edge solutions and services to its diverse client base.

Job Description

• Calculation of overtime and working hours from timesheets and rota information.
• Checking calculations for starters and leavers based on HR data provided.
• System administration - setting up new starters / amending employee profiles on the finance and payroll systems, issuing timesheet instructions and other guidance, working alongside HR.
• Communicating with US Team Leaders to resolve queries to tight deadlines.
• Review expenses submissions and add to payroll submissions for payment.
• Track staff absences and ensure payments are in line with policies.
• Update variable pay details on the bureau payroll software (ADP).
• Managing regular salary deductions (eg 401k, childcare) and related correspondence.
• Preparing payroll journals to enable costs to be booked into finance system.
• Ensuring staff get paid on time.
• Respond to queries from employees.

Payroll reporting and other ad hoc tasks

• Monthly reporting of costs by department / country / cost type.
• Timesheet and other ad hoc reports for non-finance departments.
• Assist with checking and review of other Group payrolls prior to processing.
• Liaise with external advisors to set up tax accounts.
• Complete Unemployment insurance questionnaires as required by States.
• Holiday cover for other Group payrolls.
• Work with HR on policy documents.

Finance

• Month end prepayments, overhead cost accruals, fixed asset register updates for Group companies.
• Reconcile and close ledgers.
• Update month end exchange rates on the system.
• Intercompany balance reconciliations.
• Reconcile key balance sheet accounts.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Payroll and Finance Officer should have :

• An understanding of payroll procedures and related laws.
• Proficiency in MS Office and payroll software.
• Excellent mathematical and IT skills.
• Impeccable attention to detail.

What's on Offer

• An estimated salary range of £30,000 - £37,000 per annum.
• Holiday and pension benefits.
• On-site parking.
• Hybrid working opportunities.
• Chance to work in a highly professional environment in the technology & telecoms industry in Caldicot.
• Payroll and Finance Officer - 12m FTC