Remote Government Payroll Clerk – Excellent Pension Plan

About the Company

Capita Public Services is a leading provider of business process management and professional services to central and local government in the UK. We partner with public sector organisations to deliver efficient, secure, and high-quality services that improve outcomes for citizens. Our commitment to innovation and excellence ensures we provide robust support for critical functions like payroll and finance, enabling our clients to focus on their core missions. We foster a supportive and inclusive remote work environment.

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Remote Government Payroll Clerk to join our dynamic team supporting public sector clients across the UK. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented individual to play a crucial role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for government employees. You will be responsible for a range of payroll activities, from data entry to query resolution, all while working from the comfort of your home. This position offers a fantastic pension plan and extensive training to help you succeed in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Process payroll for a portfolio of public sector clients accurately and on schedule.
• Input and verify payroll data, including new hires, terminations, salary changes, and benefits deductions.
• Calculate and process statutory payments such as PAYE, National Insurance, sick pay, and maternity/paternity pay.
• Respond to payroll queries from employees and clients in a professional and timely manner.
• Reconcile payroll data and produce relevant reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant payroll legislation and internal policies.
• Assist with month-end and year-end payroll procedures.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all payroll and employee information.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives for payroll processes.

Required Skills

• Proficient in using payroll software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Sage Payroll).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a payroll department, ideally within the public sector or an organisation serving government clients.
• Knowledge of public sector pension schemes (e.g., Local Government Pension Scheme).
• CIPP (Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals) qualification or working towards one.
• Experience with high-volume payroll processing.

Perks & Benefits

• Excellent Government-backed Pension Plan.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service.
• Comprehensive private medical insurance.
• Life Assurance and Income Protection.
• Access to a wide range of training and development programs.
• Employee assistance program for personal and professional support.
• Remote work flexibility with a supportive team environment.
• Opportunities for career progression within Capita Public Services.
• Tech equipment provided for home office setup.

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