Overview Payroll and Benefits Specialist Based in Livingston We are excited to share our search for a motivated Payroll and Benefits Specialist to support across our JBT UK businesses. Reporting to the Senior HRIS Analyst, this position is the link between the payroll bureau and our manufacturing sites. Ensuring the efficient and effective processing of payroll, time & attendance and employee benefits. We're looking for someone adept at managing payroll operations and employee benefits. If you have experience with HRIS, a meticulous approach to detail, and excellent interpersonal skills, apply now for this integral role in our organisation. Responsibilities Preparation of monthly payroll, including processing all payroll changes across all JBT sites Processing statutory notifications & statutory payments Prepare monthly and adhoc payroll reports Respond and resolve payroll and benefits queries Identify and implement continuous improvement across the payroll and reward Preparation of all tax documentation, e.g. P60’s & P11D’s etc. Pension administration including auto enrolment pension scheme, across all sites Pension knowledge including reconciling monthly deductions/payments Administration of all data within the Pension systems including employee changes/contributions Administration of salary sacrifice arrangements Administration of wider employee benefit portfolio Continuous improvement round the wider employee benefit offering and processes Administration and management of the HRIS systems (Ultimate Pro, Moorepay & Oracle) Qualifications Experience & Qualifications CIPP Qualified (desirable but not essential.) / Extensive Payroll knowledge. Familiarity with payroll software systems to efficiently manage payroll data, process transactions, and generate reports. A thorough understanding of payroll regulations, taxes, and PAYE procedures. Strong mathematical skills and an attention to detail for high-level data accuracy. Proficiency in maintaining organised payroll records and documents for auditing and reporting purposes. Strong verbal and written communication skills, including active listening to accurately answer queries. Skilled at identifying potential payroll discrepancies and addressing them proactively. Good use of Microsoft Excel for spreadsheets, records, and reports, as well as knowledge and use of pivot tables and VLOOKUP functions. Customer-oriented mindset to provide exceptional support to employees with their payroll enquiries and concerns. We are growing both organically and by acquisitions and are continuously looking for new employees that want to grow with us! We are awesome at supplying the food processing industries with cutting edge machinery and equipment. We design, manufacture, test and service technologically sophisticated systems and products for our customers. With room for expansion and growth it is an exciting time to join us. We are just missing a super Payroll and Benefits Specialist to add to our team! We seek people with passion, engagement and determination to give our customers the BEST service, as well as the drive to work with us to develop best in class internal standards and specifications, as we know this will make a huge difference to our organisation short, mid and long term! What We Offer You: An attractive basic salary 33 days annual leave Access to Private Health Care Salary Sacrifice pension matched to 8% Retail Discount Scheme Group Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program Access to our Health & Wellbeing platform The ability to work in an established international and fast-growing company with great opportunities for personal development A work environment where we value individual initiatives Continuous development and improvement (always in it together as a team) John Bean Technologies is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome diversity in the workplace. If you like what you see, we encourage you to apply for our Payroll and Benefits Specialist vacancy. #LI-SB1 Experience & Qualifications CIPP Qualified (desirable but not essential.) / Extensive Payroll knowledge. Familiarity with payroll software systems to efficiently manage payroll data, process transactions, and generate reports. A thorough understanding of payroll regulations, taxes, and PAYE procedures. Strong mathematical skills and an attention to detail for high-level data accuracy. Proficiency in maintaining organised payroll records and documents for auditing and reporting purposes. Strong verbal and written communication skills, including active listening to accurately answer queries. Skilled at identifying potential payroll discrepancies and addressing them proactively. Good use of Microsoft Excel for spreadsheets, records, and reports, as well as knowledge and use of pivot tables and VLOOKUP functions. Customer-oriented mindset to provide exceptional support to employees with their payroll enquiries and concerns. We are growing both organically and by acquisitions and are continuously looking for new employees that want to grow with us! We are awesome at supplying the food processing industries with cutting edge machinery and equipment. We design, manufacture, test and service technologically sophisticated systems and products for our customers. With room for expansion and growth it is an exciting time to join us. We are just missing a super Payroll and Benefits Specialist to add to our team! We seek people with passion, engagement and determination to give our customers the BEST service, as well as the drive to work with us to develop best in class internal standards and specifications, as we know this will make a huge difference to our organisation short, mid and long term! What We Offer You: An attractive basic salary 33 days annual leave Access to Private Health Care Salary Sacrifice pension matched to 8% Retail Discount Scheme Group Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program Access to our Health & Wellbeing platform The ability to work in an established international and fast-growing company with great opportunities for personal development A work environment where we value individual initiatives Continuous development and improvement (always in it together as a team) John Bean Technologies is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome diversity in the workplace. If you like what you see, we encourage you to apply for our Payroll and Benefits Specialist vacancy. #LI-SB1 Preparation of monthly payroll, including processing all payroll changes across all JBT sites Processing statutory notifications & statutory payments Prepare monthly and adhoc payroll reports Respond and resolve payroll and benefits queries Identify and implement continuous improvement across the payroll and reward Preparation of all tax documentation, e.g. P60’s & P11D’s etc. Pension administration including auto enrolment pension scheme, across all sites Pension knowledge including reconciling monthly deductions/payments Administration of all data within the Pension systems including employee changes/contributions Administration of salary sacrifice arrangements Administration of wider employee benefit portfolio Continuous improvement round the wider employee benefit offering and processes Administration and management of the HRIS systems (Ultimate Pro, Moorepay & Oracle)