Are you on the lookout for a new role? I've got an opportunity that could be of interest to you.

Location: Central Oxford
Salary: 35k - 40k FTE
Part-time 28 hours per week

Responsibilities:

• Oversee end-to-end monthly payroll processing, including statutory payments (SSP, SMP, etc.) and RTI submissions
• Collaborate with HR to process staffing changes and maintain accurate records
• Administer pension schemes (OSPS, USS, NEST), salary sacrifice programmes, and travel/loan schemes
• Prepare reports for HMRC, including year-end submissions
• Reconcile payroll control accounts, bank accounts, and donation income
• Maintain financial systems, including Opera; support ledger processes and cashbook coding
• Liaise with internal departments and external software providers to troubleshoot and improve payroll functionality
• Assist in budget preparation, annual salary adjustments, and year-end accounting procedures

Essential:

• Prior experience in payroll and finance operations
• AAT-qualified or equivalent (part-qualified acceptable)
• Strong Excel and IT skills
• Meticulous attention to detail; ability to work under pressure
• Effective communicator and team player

Desirable:

• Familiarity with Opera finance system
• Experience within an academic or educational institution

Benefits Package

• 38 days' paid leave (inclusive of public holidays, pro rata)
• Contributory pension scheme (USS)
• Free meals on duty when facilities are open
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Group-discounted medical and dental cover
• Travel support schemes including season ticket loans and Cycle to Work
• Optical care contributions

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