Payroll and Finance Officer

Payroll and Finance Officer Sullivan Upper School, Holywood, Co. Down BT18 Full-Time Permanent Salary: NJC Points 17-20 (£31,022 - £32,597 per annum)About the RoleSullivan Upper School is seeking an experienced and highly organised Payroll and Finance Officer to join our Finance team. This is a key role supporting the Finance Manager and school leadership in delivering accurate, compliant payroll, pensions, and financial administration.You will play a vital role ensuring staff are paid correctly and on time, while supporting wider financial operations in a busy school environment.About Sullivan Upper SchoolSullivan Upper School is a well-established grammar school with a strong reputation for academic excellence, high standards, and a supportive community ethos. We offer a collaborative working environment where staff are valued, supported, and play an important role in the success of the school.Key ResponsibilitiesPayroll and Pensions Process monthly and substitute teacher payrolls accurately and on timeMaintain employee records (starters, leavers, changes, deductions)Calculate statutory payments (SSP, SMP, arrears, allowances)Administer pensions, deductions and HMRC submissions (RTI, FPS/EPS)Manage NILGOSC and NITPS pension returnsManage payroll related returns eg to Education Authority/CCEAPrepare payroll journals and reconciliationsSupport year-end payroll processes and reporting Finance and Administration Support collection of payments (eg school meals, trips etc) ..... full job details .....