Payroll Advisor

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Luxury department store, Harvey Nichols, is searching for a Payroll Advisor to join its Payroll department in our Head Office in Knightsbridge. Our culture is based on inclusivity; we embrace diversity. Whoever you are, Harvey Nichols has a place for you.

As Payroll Advisor you will deliver a reliable, accurate and efficient payroll service to Harvey Nichols. Providing strong payroll and administrative support with a focus on accuracy and levels of service. Taking ownership of the payroll for allocated sites. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, working to a high standard.

• Ensure that all monthly payroll deadlines are met.
• Build good relationships with the HR teams across the business.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy across all processes within payroll.
• Calculate and process payroll payments, adjustments and deductions.
• Process statutory payments including SSP, SMP, SPP, SAP.
• Ensure that all external requests for information are compiled within given deadlines.
• Calculate any over payments which arise and ensure that HR are informed of these immediately.
• Oversee and take responsibility for the issuing of P45's and payslips for leavers.
• Ensure filing is maintained to meet audit standards.
• Assist the wider HR team with payroll related responsibilities, as required.
• Support and assist the payroll team in reviewing processes and procedures to ensure that they are efficient.
• Keep up to date with relevant payroll and HMRC regs.

• Previous office/administration experience required.
• Previous numerical experience.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Payroll or HR experience would be an advantage.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability and awareness of maintaining confidentiality at all times.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Approachable and friendly.
• Good at building working relationships.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
• Strong time-management and multi-tasking skills.
• Enthusiasm for problem solving.

• Up to 40% off fashion and hospitality
• Up to 30% off beauty and perfumery, wine and spirits
• Clothing allowance

If you are already thinking of what you will wear on your first day (no we don’t have uniforms) and this role catches your eye, hit the “apply” button below to kick-start your journey with us.

• Not Applicable

• Full-time

• Administrative and Accounting/Auditing

• Retail and Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry