Business Admin and Payroll Officer

The Role

Evident is seeking a positive minded, organised, and competent individual to join us as a Business Admin and Payroll Officer.

This broad ranging role offers responsibility and variety within a team that is passionate about supporting sustainability and leading the transition to the clean economy.

We are seeking an individual who is looking to grow with a company long-term. If you are a talented multi-tasker with a sound knowledge of payroll and administrative processes, the drive to deliver workable solutions, and the commitment to providing excellence, this is the ideal role for you!

What you’ll do

In this role, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive on-site support to the smooth running of our Sheffield office and Evident’s business-related administrative requirements. You will also process the monthly payroll for our c.50 salaried staff, and support with handling incoming and outgoing invoices.

Key duties include:

• Preparation, completion, and validation of payroll data each month using Xero software.
• Process sales ledger, purchase ledger invoices and keep accurate records for both.
• Ensure the smooth running of the office building day-to-day and maintain the safety and compliance of all office areas through a regular calendar of health and safety checks.
• Build and manage effective, positive relationships with external vendors, contractors, and service providers, and all other stakeholders. Organise building maintenance works as needed.
• Ensure that there are effective administrative systems and procedures in operation.
• Uphold good information governance and follow GDPR guidance in the maintenance of business, administrative and building records.
• Respond to a range of internal and external enquiries using a high level of initiative.
• Utilise effective IT skills to streamline records and produce quality documentation.

About You

Our ideal candidate is a flexible, adaptable, and approachable individual who will:

• Have previous experience in a senior office administrative and/or business support role.
• Possess experience of, and knowledge in, processing a routine monthly payroll, including experience with NEST pensions or similar.
• Demonstrate experience in creating and processing routine and ad hoc invoices.
• Have previously worked in a start-up or fast paced, business environment.
• Have excellent organisational skills, with the ability to multitask and work on a variety of tasks and deadlines, prioritising work effectively.
• Possess core knowledge regarding office health and safety, payroll processes/statutory payments, GDPR fundamentals and IT packages including excel.
• Be able to coordinate with suppliers and arranging with third parties for service provision.

The Company

At the forefront of our industry, Evident’s core product line includes registry systems that underpin renewable energy certification and trade in over 50 countries. With users from over 1,000 organisations, including some of the world’s leading brands, we strive to deliver outstanding service that can rapidly respond to changing demands. Business growth rates over the past five years have exceeded 100% per year.

You will be joining a professional and friendly team of passionate people who are able to learn from one another. With the main service and development team based in Sheffield, work closely with our partners based in the Netherlands and many other counties. We provide excellent initial and ongoing training and invest a great deal in personal development, with opportunities for career progression and engaging projects a key part of our responsibility to you.

Our mission is:

To be a leading, flexible, and expert partner in delivering a sustainable global society.

Our values are:

• Professionalism - as individuals and as a business.
• Integrity - honesty and fair value in all we do.
• Excellence - every action matters; give your best and take responsibility for your actions.
• Respect - for everyone, including your colleagues and yourself.

Package Description

• Salary: From £25,000 per annum, depending upon experience.
• Hours of work: Full time (35 hours), Monday to Friday with a one-hour lunch break.
• Benefits include: 25 days holiday, contributary pension, flexible/hybrid working inc. WFH Wednesday, Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle-to-Work Scheme, Eyecare vouchers and free parking.

Location: Sheffield, S10. You need to be able to work from an office location – limited provision for remote or hybrid work.

Equality, diversity, and inclusion

Equality, diversity and inclusion are essential to our business strengths. We believe that excellence comes through recognising the value of each individual. Evident welcomes applications from all candidates irrespective of age, pregnancy and maternity, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion, or belief, or marital or civil partnership status.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £25,000.00-£30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Flexitime
• On-site parking
• UK visa sponsorship

Schedule:

• Flexitime
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Sheffield, S10 1LP: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Payroll: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 31/05/2023
Reference ID: EV23BAPO