Job Description
Job description
About the role:
We don't have a fixed closing date so apply early to avoid disappointment!
Overview:
Join our dynamic team as a Graduate Payroll & Pensions Trainee! You will assist the Group Payroll Manager and Group Finance Director in delivering high-quality payroll support and administering various pension schemes. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive environment.
Main Responsibilities:
• Assist in providing comprehensive payroll and pension services.
• Enhance payroll functions to meet future business needs.
• Identify and implement process improvements.
• Monitor and review time and expenses claims.
• Process starters, leavers, and salary amendments.
• Calculate and process statutory payments.
• Manage pension data deductions and assessments.
• Respond to payroll queries and maintain accurate records.
Qualifications:
• Degree in Finance, Accountancy, Business Administration, or similar (minimum 2.1).
• Good knowledge of IT systems, including MS Word and Excel.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Methodical, detail-oriented, and well-organized
About The Company
London South East Academies Trust
London South East Academies Trust currently comprises 13 schools, providing high quality education for 5-1+-year olds across the boroughs of Bromley and Bexley. Our schools, all rated Good by Ofsted, include a mainstream primary alongside special and alternative provision.
Formerly known as Bromley Educational Trust, our expanding multi academy trust was renamed in 2016, reflecting our aim to develop excellent education across the wider region.
Benefits
The benefits package includes annual leave of 27 days (excluding bank holidays) plus 3 efficiency closure days during Christmas, up to 2 additional College closure days, and leave for volunteering (pro rata for part time staff). There are excellent pension schemes, including employer contributions (Teachers’ Pension Scheme, Local Government Pension Scheme or Nest). Staff also have access to our Employee Assistance Programme, free onsite parking, salary sacrifice cycle to work/bike loan scheme and annual season ticket loan. You will have access to onsite gym at Bromley, discounts in inhouse restaurants and hair and beauty treatments.
Equal Opportunities
London South East Colleges is fully-committed to being an Equal Opportunities Employer, and creating a diverse and inclusive workspace, free from discrimination and harassment. We welcome and encourage applications from all, regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion/belief, sex, gender identity, ****** orientation, disability, age, parental status and/or marital/partnership status.
As a Disability Confident – Committed employer, we will offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meet the minimum job role criteria.
If you have accessibility needs and/or require any adjustments for the application and interview process, please let us know.
If a suitable applicant applies, we may close the advert sooner than the closing date.
If you have any specific enquires about the role, please email us at peopleservices@lsec.ac.uk
As the Trust supports a number of children and vulnerable adults, all staff are exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1+74. Accordingly, all staff will be subject to an ‘Enhanced’ DBS (formerly CRB) check, along with a Children’s Barred List check if in regulated activity. Any offers of appointment may be withdrawn if these checks prove to be unsatisfactory to the Trust. Self-disclosure will be required as part of the recruitment process. If you fail to make a full disclosure or provide sight of your DBS certificate then your offer of employment is likely to be withdrawn. The Trust's DBS policy covers the recruitment of ex-offenders which is available upon request.
About the role:
We don't have a fixed closing date so apply early to avoid disappointment!
Overview:
Join our dynamic team as a Graduate Payroll & Pensions Trainee! You will assist the Group Payroll Manager and Group Finance Director in delivering high-quality payroll support and administering various pension schemes. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive environment.
Main Responsibilities:
• Assist in providing comprehensive payroll and pension services.
• Enhance payroll functions to meet future business needs.
• Identify and implement process improvements.
• Monitor and review time and expenses claims.
• Process starters, leavers, and salary amendments.
• Calculate and process statutory payments.
• Manage pension data deductions and assessments.
• Respond to payroll queries and maintain accurate records.
Qualifications:
• Degree in Finance, Accountancy, Business Administration, or similar (minimum 2.1).
• Good knowledge of IT systems, including MS Word and Excel.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Methodical, detail-oriented, and well-organized
About The Company
London South East Academies Trust
London South East Academies Trust currently comprises 13 schools, providing high quality education for 5-1+-year olds across the boroughs of Bromley and Bexley. Our schools, all rated Good by Ofsted, include a mainstream primary alongside special and alternative provision.
Formerly known as Bromley Educational Trust, our expanding multi academy trust was renamed in 2016, reflecting our aim to develop excellent education across the wider region.
Benefits
The benefits package includes annual leave of 27 days (excluding bank holidays) plus 3 efficiency closure days during Christmas, up to 2 additional College closure days, and leave for volunteering (pro rata for part time staff). There are excellent pension schemes, including employer contributions (Teachers’ Pension Scheme, Local Government Pension Scheme or Nest). Staff also have access to our Employee Assistance Programme, free onsite parking, salary sacrifice cycle to work/bike loan scheme and annual season ticket loan. You will have access to onsite gym at Bromley, discounts in inhouse restaurants and hair and beauty treatments.
Equal Opportunities
London South East Colleges is fully-committed to being an Equal Opportunities Employer, and creating a diverse and inclusive workspace, free from discrimination and harassment. We welcome and encourage applications from all, regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion/belief, sex, gender identity, ****** orientation, disability, age, parental status and/or marital/partnership status.
As a Disability Confident – Committed employer, we will offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meet the minimum job role criteria.
If you have accessibility needs and/or require any adjustments for the application and interview process, please let us know.
If a suitable applicant applies, we may close the advert sooner than the closing date.
If you have any specific enquires about the role, please email us at peopleservices@lsec.ac.uk
As the Trust supports a number of children and vulnerable adults, all staff are exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1+74. Accordingly, all staff will be subject to an ‘Enhanced’ DBS (formerly CRB) check, along with a Children’s Barred List check if in regulated activity. Any offers of appointment may be withdrawn if these checks prove to be unsatisfactory to the Trust. Self-disclosure will be required as part of the recruitment process. If you fail to make a full disclosure or provide sight of your DBS certificate then your offer of employment is likely to be withdrawn. The Trust's DBS policy covers the recruitment of ex-offenders which is available upon request.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Graduate Payroll Pensions Trainee position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in London offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.