Senior Payroll Analyst

<p><b>About Aptia </b></p><p></p><p>Founded to shape the future of pensions, health, and insurance solutions, Aptia is a leading professional services firm dedicated to simplifying complexity for businesses and individuals. We bring together cutting-edge technology and deep industry expertise to help organisations navigate an evolving landscape with clarity and confidence.​</p><p></p><p>With a presence in the US, UK, India, and Portugal, we support over six million people and more than 1,100 clients, delivering solutions that drive efficiency, enhance financial security, and provide peace of mind.​</p><p></p><p>Our strength lies in the combination of smart technology and expert teams, ensuring that managing pensions, health, and insurance is more effective. By focusing on innovation, accessibility, and client success, we help businesses take care of their people, so they can focus on what they do best.</p><p></p><p>And we are expanding. Aptia Group is not only fueled by our investors' backing but also by our commitment to foster the growth and success of our people. At Aptia, we're investing heavily in learning and development, paving unique career paths for our colleagues.</p><p></p><p>Specialist. Responsive. Thoughtful. Our values aren't just words; they are the backbone of our business. Our team embodies our values daily, to surpass client expectations, evolve constantly and nurture genuine relationships for the long-term. </p><p></p><p><b>Job requirements</b></p><p></p><p>As a result of the growth of our Portugal team, Aptia has exciting new opportunities for Senior Pension Payroll Analysts to join the Specialist Operations Team in Portugal.</p><p></p><p>In this role, you will support the delivery of a high quality payroll service to clients and customers.</p><p></p><p><b>With full training and support from the UK team, here’s what you’ll be doing: </b></p><ul><li><p>Completing payroll reconciliations and reviewing payroll controls</p></li><li><p>Monitoring the quality and accuracy of payroll administration and reconciliation for designated schemes to ensure all payrolls are run on time and to cut-off schedules</p></li><li><p>Authorizing payrolls to ensure the BACS (Bankers Automated Clearing System) payments are submitted</p></li><li><p>Ensuring all team members are fulfilling their responsibilities in accordance with deadlines such as PAYE (Pay As You Earn) and payment of pensioners in accordance with Trust Deed and Rules</p></li><li><p>Identifying errors, risks and taking corrective action, ensuring member responses are dealt with in a timely and professional manner</p></li><li><p>Maintaining a low level of complaints and E&amp;Os, controlling overpayment of pensions and ensuring documentation is completed in a timely manner   </p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Here’s what we’re looking for: </b></p><ul><li><p>Previous experience working in payroll environment, preferably at supervisory level</p></li><li><p>Strong numerical ability and analytical skills</p></li><li><p>Computer literate in MS Office and payroll software</p></li><li><p>Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently</p></li><li><p>Logical approach to problem solving</p></li><li><p>Ability to follow processes, deadlines and organise own daily tasks as well as those of others</p></li><li><p>Strong communication skills, able to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>What you can expect</b>:</p><ul><li><p>A group committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, which embraces and respects differences, because it recognizes that only a diverse and inclusive environment creates the conditions to be prepared for a constantly changing world</p></li><li><p>This role will provide you an exciting opportunity to learn about the processes at Aptia, whilst allowing you to grow and develop your knowledge within a pensions setting and growing team</p></li><li><p>Benefit from the support of exceptional Learning and Development tools as well as training and peer mentoring</p></li><li><p>A flexible work environment as our company strongly values work-life balance</p></li><li><p>Competitive salary &amp; discretionary bonus</p></li><li><p>Meal Card</p></li><li><p>Private medical Insurance, single cover with option to add dependants</p></li><li><p>Pension scheme and life assurance</p></li><li><p>Complimentary coffee and fresh fruit in the office</p></li><li><p>A dynamic workplace and team, with fresh perspectives, innovative thinking and passion for success</p></li></ul><p></p><p>Please apply with your CV in English.</p><p></p><p><b>How to apply</b></p><p></p><p>If you are interested in this role, then we’d love to hear from you. Please go ahead and click apply and submit your resume with appropriate contact information.</p><p></p><p>Aptia is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable work environment. At Aptia, fostering an equitable and inclusive environment for all our people to flourish is a prio