Payroll Advisor SME
Ocado
- Hatfield, Hertfordshire
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Set up and implement an automated payroll system for in-house processing, filling a skills gap within the team.
- Be the go-to person for the new system
- Process and deliver accurate end-to-end payroll, including third-party payments, reports, and supplementary payrolls.
- Conduct pre and post-commitment audits of pay data to ensure accuracy.
- Manage daily payroll operations efficiently, prioritising workload effectively.
- Provide exceptional customer service to employees and stakeholders, resolving queries promptly and within SLAs.
- Ensure compliance with information security and GDPR requirements.
- Previous experience processing in-house payroll, particularly high volume hourly paid payrolls.
- Proficiency in manual payroll calculations (PAYE, NI, pension).
- Strong knowledge of payroll processes, controls, and legislation.
- Attention to detail with a commitment to achieving 100% accuracy.
- Ideally CIPP qualified (Associate CIPP Payroll Technician Certificate or above).
- Experience with Oracle Fusion system.
- Familiarity with system integration processes.
- Broad understanding of the People Team and its interlink with Payroll.
- Problem-solving skills to address complex queries and adapt processes as needed.
- Ability to anticipate and plan for fluctuations in workload.
- Strong interpersonal skills to handle queries sensitively and confidently.
- Methodical approach to delivering processes within agreed SLAs.
- Impactful role influencing payroll credibility and departmental reputation.
- Flexible Working: Enjoy the freedom of our 30 days 'working from anywhere in the world' policy, allowing you to achieve a better work-life balance.
- Wellbeing Support: Take advantage of our dedicated apps and Employee Assistance Programme, providing you with the necessary resources and support to enhance your overall well-being.
- Generous Annual Leave: Start with 25 days of annual leave and watch it grow to 27 days after 5 years of service. Additionally, you have the option to purchase additional holiday time to suit your needs.
- Pension Scheme: Plan for a secure future with our Ocado pension scheme, including an option with employer contribution matching of up to 7%.
- Private Medical Insurance: Rest easy knowing that your health is safeguarded with our comprehensive private medical coverage.
- Family-Friendly Policies: We understand the importance of family, which is why we offer 22 weeks of paid maternity leave, adoption leave, shared parental leave and 6 weeks of paid paternity leave once relevant service requirements are met.
- Financial Support: Benefit from our interest-free Train Ticket Loan and participate in our Cycle to Work Scheme, making your commute easier and more affordable.
- Convenient Shuttle Services: Enjoy the convenience of our free shuttle bus services, connecting Hatfield and Welwyn Garden City train stations to our respective offices.
- Sharesave and Buy as You Earn Schemes: Take part in our exciting share schemes, allowing you to share in our success and contribute to your financial future.
- Shopping Discounts: Enjoy a 15% discount on