Payroll Associate

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We have an exciting opportunity for a Payroll Associate to join our central Group Payroll team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

The business is currently undertaking a significant transformation of its payroll function, including a review of payroll processes, controls, and systems. As part of this journey, the payroll team is currently operating across multiple Excel-based payroll schedules while new processes and future system solutions are being developed.

Why NWF Group?

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Monthly Pay

up too £30,000 per annum

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Contract

Initially a 12-month fixed term contract

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Shifts

Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5pm

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Hybrid

Work between remote and our Wardle office

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Holidays

33 days per year

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Progression Opportunities

Clear progression pathways across the wider group that operates 3 other business’

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Training Opportunities

Funded, accredited courses.

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Medicash

Cashback on routine medical expenses such as dental, optical, physiotherapy and more!

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Shopping Discounts

Save with discounts at major retailers like Sainsbury’s, Morrisons, Currys, Debenhams and more!

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Travel Savings

Discounts on flights, hotels, and airport parking.

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Entertainment Offers

Reduced prices at over 400 cinemas across the UK, including savings on drinks and snacks.

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Dining and Lifestyle

Access to deals on restaurants, leisure activities, and other lifestyle services.

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Enhanced Policies

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.

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The Usual

Company Pension Scheme, Life Assurance, Cycle to Work Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme including counselling, legal and financial support, Free Refreshments, Free Secure On-Site Parking!

Day to Day

• Support the payroll process across multiple business units.
• Maintain and update payroll records using Excel spreadsheets and internal systems.
• Process payroll-related changes including starters, leavers, contractual changes, holiday pay, absence records, and statutory payments.
• Validate payroll data to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Reconcile payroll information and investigate discrepancies.
• Respond to payroll queries from employees, managers, and external stakeholders.
• Produce payroll reports and management information as required.
• Support payroll audits and compliance activities.
• Assist with the ongoing review and improvement of payroll procedures and controls.

What will you bring?

• Previous experience in a payroll administration or payroll support role would be advantageous
• Strong Excel skills, including the ability to work confidently with large datasets.
• Excellent numerical and data accuracy skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work to strict deadlines.
• An understanding of payroll legislation and statutory payments would be advantageous
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage confidential information appropriately.

Who are NWF Group?

NWF Group comprises of 3 key businesses: NWF Fuels, NWF Agriculture & Boughey Logistics. Employing over 1,400 colleagues across the group, we encourage and empower our people to progress and move fluidly through the group, meaning the sky really is the limit when you join us!

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.