Payroll & HR Coordinator - Public Sector Payroll Expert

Cambridge Preschool Program; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading preschool program in Cambridge is seeking a Payroll Coordinator to manage payroll processing for over 300 employees. The role involves ensuring accurate payroll records, assisting employees with payroll-related queries, and supporting human resources functions. Candidates should have strong communication and analytical skills, alongside proficiency in Microsoft Office and PeopleSoft. Ideal applicants will possess at least three years of office experience and demonstrate excellent customer service capabilities.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy required.
• Experience in handling confidential information preferred.
• Ability to deal with the diverse public professionally.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process weekly payroll for over 300 employees.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and reconcile leave time.
• Assist employees with payroll and benefits inquiries.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Strong keyboarding skills

Customer service experience

Problem-solving techniques

Education

Associate degree in accounting or related field

Three years of office work experience

Tools

PeopleSoft HR applications

Microsoft Excel

Job description

A leading preschool program in Cambridge is seeking a Payroll Coordinator to manage payroll processing for over 300 employees. The role involves ensuring accurate payroll records, assisting employees with payroll-related queries, and supporting human resources functions. Candidates should have strong communication and analytical skills, alongside proficiency in Microsoft Office and PeopleSoft. Ideal applicants will possess at least three years of office experience and demonstrate excellent customer service capabilities.