Payroll Administrator Apprentice

You'll work alongside our experienced payroll team, helping to deliver an accurate and reliable payroll service to a wide range of clients. You'll learn how to process payrolls, maintain employee records, calculate pay and deductions, deal with starters and leavers, support pension administration and respond to client queries. As your knowledge and confidence grow, you'll take on greater responsibility and build relationships with your own clients.

Training:

A 100% tailored training and assessment program will be delivered to support you throughout your Apprenticeship (21 months including endpoint assessment).

Topics covered include:

Business and Customer Awareness Payroll Core Pensions Technical Payroll Regulations and Compliance Systems and Processes Planning and Prioritisation Analysis skills Using Systems and Processes Producing Quality and Accurate Information and Reports

Training Outcome:

Our aim is to develop someone who wants to build a long-term career with Lewis Smith & Co. On successful completion of your apprenticeship, there may be the opportunity to progress into a permanent role within our payroll team, with further development towards positions such as Senior Payroll Administrator and Payroll Client Manager as your knowledge, experience and client responsibilities grow.

Employer Description:

Lewis Smith & Co is an established accountancy firm based in Dudley, supporting businesses and individuals across The Black Country and beyond. We're a friendly, ambitious and growing team who believe great client service is built on strong relationships.
Our people work closely with clients across accountancy, audit, tax, payroll and business advisory, with plenty of opportunity to learn, develop and build a rewarding career.

Working Hours :
37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. We operate flexible working hours, with an 8-hour working day starting between 8.00am and 9.30am. Working pattern alternates between a 40-hour week and a 35-hour week, including a 12.00pm finish every other Friday.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience