Payroll Support Assistant

Job Introduction

Role Purpose

BCP Council is on an exciting  multi-year transformation programme to redesign the way we work across the whole council. As part of this we have launched a new HR/ERP system and are continuing to develop and improve our Payroll Interface to operate alongside this. 

We are seeking to recruit a new member of our internal Payroll Team in a permanent role as as a Payroll Support Assistant

Main Responsibilities

You’re an excellent communicator, you are methodical, and thorough, with a great eye for detail . You are a confident user of Microsoft Office particularly Word, Excel and Teams.

Whilst some Payroll, HR or Finance  experience would be helpful this is not essential and if you are willing to learn new skills we would love to talk to you. 

The post is 37 hours, working 5 days per week (but there could be some slight flexibility to consider part time for the right candidate)

Whilst the postholder’s main office location will be the BCP Council Civic Centre in Bournemouth, BCP Council very much supports agile and flexible working and equipment is provided to enable remote working. 

The postholder will also be expected to attend other locations within the area as required.

The role is permanent.

More information on this role can be found in the Job Description.

For an informal chat about this role please contact our Payroll Manager: Jackie.hodson@bcpcouncil.gov.uk

The Ideal Candidate

• Strong experience of using ICT packages such as Word and Excel and maintaining databases.
• Some knowledge of HR, Payroll or finance related systems and processes would be beneficial
• Ability to maintain meticulous attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
• Ability to communicate with a range of stakeholders in a polite and efficient manner. 
• Ability to prioritise routine tasks in line with deadlines.

About BCP Council

BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of beautiful world-renowned coastline. We can offer career defining roles to transform and improve services. By working with us, you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, word-class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come.

Our Benefits

We offer an excellent benefits package to colleagues. Find out more on our website.

As a result of the creation of BCP Council in 2019, we are working on simplifying our terms and conditions of service and will be creating a single pay structure which is to be applicable for all employees. It is important to us that we offer benefits that our colleagues value as part of their total employment package and we are reviewing these to make sure we have it right. We are in the process of establishing a timescale for implementation and colleagues joining us will be included in these changes. This is expected to be in place in 2024.