**DESCRIPTION** We are looking for a talented **Payroll Analyst (12-month contract)** to join our team specializing in **Human Resources** for our **Payroll department** in **Darlington, United Kingdom.** **In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:** + Accurate Payroll Processing: By ensuring that all payrolls are processed accurately and on time, you will help maintain employee satisfaction and trust in the payroll system. + Error-Free Data Management: Your attention to detail in uploading and verifying data from various sources will minimize errors and ensure smooth payroll operations. + Tax Compliance: By accurately calculating taxes and deductions, you will ensure compliance with tax regulations, avoiding potential legal issues and penalties. + Customer Support: Providing excellent support to sites for off-cycle or replacement payments will enhance the overall efficiency and responsiveness of the payroll department. + Financial Reporting: Your role in preparing and reviewing general ledger entries and other financial reports will contribute to accurate financial reporting and transparency. + Year-End Processes: Efficiently handling year-end adjustments, tax statements, and filings will ensure a smooth and compliant year-end process. + Continuous Improvement: Participating in improvement projects and maintaining process documentation will help streamline payroll processes and implement best practices. + Compliance and Controls: Ensuring adherence to internal controls and payroll-related legislation will safeguard the organization against compliance risks and enhance overall governance. **RESPONSIBILITIES** **To be successful in this role you will need the following:** + Strong Knowledge of Payroll and Legislation: Understanding UK statutory legislation, including Maternity, Paternity, Adoption, SSP, PAYE, NI, and Court Orders, is crucial for accurate and compliant payroll administration. + Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP) and experience with Time Management, Payroll, and HR systems will enable you to handle data effectively and perform complex calculations. + Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: The ability to analyze data, resolve complex issues, and interpret qualitative and quantitative data will help you provide meaningful insights and support data-driven decisions. + Excellent Customer Service and Communication: Providing first-line support for payroll queries, managing time effectively, and maintaining clear communication with sites and external agencies will ensure smooth operations and high satisfaction levels. **QUALIFICATIONS** **Education/Experience:** + An understanding of UK Statutory legislation, Maternity, Paternity, Adoption, SSP, PAYE, NI, Court Orders. + First line support for sites/employees with payroll queries. + Time management reconciliation. + Maintain and update standard operating procedures in Document Management System. + Complete requests from sites and external agencies. + Recording KPI and scorecard statistics and billing information. + Good Excel and Word skills (ability to produce pivot tables, VLOOKUP etc.) + Previous experience of payroll strongly desirable. **Job** Human Resources **Organization** Cummins Inc. **Role Category** Hybrid **Job Type** Exempt - Experienced **Min Salary** $30720 **Max Salary** $46080 **ReqID** 2408401 **Relocation Package** No