Payroll and Benefits Officer

Overview

Are you looking for a role that combines expert payroll management with the opportunity to make a real impact within a collaborative organisation? CMA Recruitment Group is recruiting for a Payroll Officer to join a well-established organisation based in Chichester, West Sussex. Working within a friendly and professional environment, you'll become part of a dedicated team responsible for delivering an efficient and accurate payroll and benefits service. The organisation offers an excellent benefits package, including flexible working arrangements, ongoing professional development opportunities, and a range of employee discounts. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive employer that values its people and provides excellent long-term career prospects.

Responsibilities

• Managing the accurate processing of staff salaries, expenses, and third-party payments to ensure timely releases
• Administering pension schemes and ensuring compliance with statutory obligations
• Providing a professional and customer-focused payroll support service to staff and external agencies
• Liaising effectively with internal departments and external bodies to ensure smooth payroll operations
• Assisting the Payroll Manager in maintaining payroll procedures and supporting continuous process improvement

Suitable Candidate

• Solid experience in payroll administration, ideally within a complex environment
• Knowledge of pension schemes, statutory payroll compliance, and expense processing
• Strong numeracy, attention to detail, and organisational skills
• Effective communication skills with a professional manner to build rapport across teams
• Proactive mindset and a willingness to learn new systems and procedures

Additional benefits

• Generous and supportive benefits package including pension, holiday allowance, and employee discounts
• Hybrid working arrangements to promote work-life balance
• Salary will be dependent on experience

About CMA Recruitment Group

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