Payroll Specialist - Belfast

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Payroll Specialist - Belfast - NI Water

Join Northern Ireland Water, the leading water company in Northern Ireland, recognised for its commitment to diversity and inclusion as a Silver Diversity Mark holder. As a Public Sector organisation, NI Water values creating a workplace where employees feel respected, valued, and fully supported to succeed.

• Location: Westland House, Belfast (with potential travel to other NI Water sites)
• Hours: Full-time, Temporary (6 months). Hybrid working will be offered after a 3 month working period
• Salary: £28,441 per annum
• Closing Date: Wednesday 15th January at 12 Noon

Payroll Service Delivery

• Process monthly payrolls, including overtime, promotions, and allowances
• Assist the Employee Support Manager with HR/payroll-related projects
• Identify and resolve payroll discrepancies
• Maintain accurate employee data within the HR system
• Process HMRC transactions and statutory deductions
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness in all payroll processes
• Support colleagues with training and knowledge sharing

• Manage payroll and HR-related queries via email and phone
• Provide advice on Employee Relations, Recruitment, Absence, Pensions, and more
• Deliver high-quality service with attention to detail and accuracy
• Assist employees and managers with new HR system implementations
• Identify opportunities to improve processes

• Maintain accurate employee records and process resignations, leave requests, and references
• Provide administrative support for benefits, salary sacrifice, and awards schemes
• Ensure smooth processing of new employee information and updates
• Handle HR-related invoices and purchase orders

• GCSEs at Grade C or above (including English and Maths) or equivalent qualifications
• 2+ years of payroll experience processing payroll for 250+ employees
• Experience in a high-volume HR/payroll environment, providing support on policies and liaising with internal/external stakeholders
• Proficiency in Oracle HR/Payroll or similar HR systems
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly in Word, Excel, and Outlook
• As part of the reference checking process, candidates will be required to undergo a Standard AccessNI Disclosure. A criminal record will not necessarily exclude you from consideration.

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