Payroll and Benefits Specialist
About Gilson Gray
Gilson Gray LLP is a comprehensive law firm, offering expert legal, property and financial services.
Based in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen, Dundee, North Berwick, Lincoln, and London we focus on ensuring we provide the highest level of advice and ongoing service to our clients. We are ambitious and have significantly grown the team in the last year.
This role would be based in our Edinburgh office.
Overall Objective
The Payroll and Benefits Specialist is responsible for overseeing all aspects of payroll processing, pensions management, HMRC compliance and employee benefits within the Firm. This role involves ensuring accurate and timely payroll payments, compliance with tax regulations, and maintaining employee records related to compensation. The Payroll and Benefits Specialist plays a crucial role in maintaining employee satisfaction by ensuring accurate and on-time payroll processing.
The role reports to the Group HR Director and works closely with all members of the HR team and also the Finance team as required.
Required Knowledge and Experience
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a payroll administrator or similar role required.
- Experience in working in a stand-alone position.
- Strong knowledge of payroll and tax processes, laws, and regulations.
- Proficiency in payroll software and systems.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment.
- Basic knowledge of HR policies and procedures.
Skills Required
- Strong organisational and planning skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Good excel skills.
- Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Able to work alone and as part of the wider HR team.
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