Payroll Coordinator

Methods is currently recruiting for a Payroll Coordinator to join our team on a part time basis (25 hours per week) for a 12 month fixed term contract. This role will be predominately working remotely.

About Methods:

Methods is an established £100m Digital Transformation company, part of the Alten Group, which over the last 32 years has provided innovative business and digital technology services. We have over 50 active clients many of which have been working with us for more than 10 years.

Since our establishment in 1990, Methods has partnered with a range of central government departments and agencies to transform the way the public sector operates in the UK. Our mission is to improve and safeguard public-facing services. We apply digital thinking to ensure the future of our public services is centred around our citizens.

Our human touch sets us apart from other consultancies, system integrators and software houses - we have a customer-centric value system whereby we focus on delivering what is right for our clients. We passionately support our clients in the success of their projects while working collaboratively to share skill sets and solve problems. At Methods we have fun while working hard; we are not afraid of making mistakes and learning from them. building a significant private sector client portfolio.

Requirements

As the Payroll Coordinator you’ll work to ensure our colleagues are paid correctly and on time. A big part of your job will be to partner with our external payroll provider ADP to ensure a smooth and seamless payroll.

Our ideal candidate is analytical and methodical, with experience in payroll administration and deep knowledge of payroll regulations. We also value integrity, team spirit and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Payroll inbox and answer all payroll related queries
• Current knowledge of payroll procedures and related laws
• Understanding of payroll and taxes
• Work closely with our payroll provider ADP to ensure payroll is successfully submitted monthly
• Submitting data to ADP relating to any payroll changes (e.g. new hires, terminations, raises)
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and internal policies
• Liaise with Finance with the payroll processes
• Collaborate with Human Resources (HR) and drive payroll compliance with reporting  

• Maintain accurate records

Requirements and skills

• Experience using ADP Payroll platform
• Current knowledge of payroll procedures and related laws

• A flexible and positive attitude towards change; resilient, self-motivated
• Excellent understanding of payroll and taxes
• A keen eye for detail
• An analytical mind and good math skills
• Familiarity MS Office (especially Excel)

Benefits

Methods is passionate about its people; we want our colleagues to develop the things they are good at and enjoy.

By joining us you can expect

• Autonomy to develop and grow your skills and experience
• Be part of exciting project work that is making a difference in society
• Strong, inspiring and thought-provoking leadership
• A supportive and collaborative environment

As well as this, we offer:

• Development access to LinkedIn Learning, a management development programme and training
• Wellness 24/7 Confidential employee assistance programme
• Social – Breakfast Tuesdays, Thirsty Thursdays and Pizza on the last Thursday of each month as well as commitment to charitable causes
• Time off 25 days a year
• Pension Salary Exchange Scheme with 4% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution
• Discretionary Company Bonus based on company and individual performance
• Life Assurance of 4 times base salary
• Private Medical Insurance which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included)
• Worldwide Travel Insurance which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included)