Laura Garner
Wilmington,Kent
Summary
Professional with 29 years of experience in Accounts and HR/Payroll Departments, specializing in all aspects of payroll management. Proven track record in effective communication and teamwork, with a strong focus on accurate record-keeping and discrepancy investigation. Demonstrates ability to thrive under pressure while consistently meeting deadlines. Experienced in training and mentoring employees, contributing to a proactive and collaborative work environment.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work history
Payroll & Information Manager
North Kent College
Dartford, Kent
11.2017 - Current
- Executed end-to-end payroll processing for approximately 850 staff across two monthly payrolls.
- Collaborate with HR to incorporate all payroll changes accurately each month.
- Maintained comprehensive knowledge of HMRC processes, including Year End procedures.
- Issued P45s and P60s punctually to meet compliance requirements.
- Ensured adherence to Pension Auto-Enrolment regulations
- The primary contact for payroll and pension enquiries.
- Uploaded BACS files into banking system to guarantee timely salary disbursement.
- Complete administration duties, including costing reports and pension scheme management.
- Issue payment schedules to Finance for HMRC duties, pension contributions, and deductions.
Accounts & Payroll Manager
Trans Global Group Limited
Greenhithe, Kent
09.1995 - 08.2017
- Progressed to Accounts/Payroll Manager at age 16, overseeing payroll for over 200 employees across two payrolls.
- Managed comprehensive Purchase, Sales, General ledgers, and Payroll operations.
- Accurately processed all data inputs, including starters, leavers, tax codes, and deductions.
- Generated detailed reports for management, including the completion of reconciliations of HMRC payments.
- Ensured timely completion and accurate recording of Pension Auto Enrolments.
Education
GCSE -
Dartford West High School for Girls
Dartford, Kent1995
Skills
- Organisational skills
- Effective communication
- Ability to work under pressure
- Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Professional demeanor
- Work prioritisation
- Trustworthiness and integrity
- Team collaboration
- HMRC query management
- Confidentiality management
- Auditing expertise
- Precision and accuracy
- Calm under pressure
References
Mr Barry Ruck
Woodlands, 79 High Street, Greenhithe, DA9 9RD
Telephone: 01322 374844
Email: barry.private@tgfml.com
Occupation: Group Finance Director
Miss Kerrie Francis
North Kent College, Oakfield Lane, Dartford, Kent, DA1 2JT
Telephone: 01322 629416
Email: kerriefrancis@northkent.ac.uk
Occupation: Director of People
Interests
I enjoy spending time with my daughter and her pony at a local stables.
I've previously completed the 'MacMillan Trek of Snowdon' and also the London Moonwalk. So many of hours of training has gone into these, along with raising funds for great charities.
Swimming and shopping are also great hobbies for me.
Timeline
Payroll & Information Manager
North Kent College
11.2017 - Current
Accounts & Payroll Manager
Trans Global Group Limited
09.1995 - 08.2017
GCSE -
Dartford West High School for Girls
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