Raymond Neil Pocknell
Brackla,County Borough of Bridgend
Summary
Accomplished payroll specialist with extensive expertise in payroll legislation, compliance awareness, and software literacy. Proficient in handling P45 and P60 forms, court order payments, and maternity pay calculations. Demonstrates mastery in payroll accounting, including year-end processing and monthly reconciliations. Skilled in managing statutory sick pay, redundancy payments, and student loan deductions while ensuring real-time information compliance. Experienced in using the PAYE online system and generating detailed payroll reports. Committed to maintaining up-to-date knowledge of HMRC legislation to ensure accurate payslip generation and auto enrolment processes.
Detail-orientated individual with excellent analytical thinking skills seeks role supporting high-volume payroll operations. Completes tasks with focus and precision for reliable outcomes. Keen problem-solver for minimised issues and errors.
Responsible student with excellent literacy and numeracy skills seeks practical experience in busy payroll department. Works quickly and accurately to achieve tasks to high-quality standards and within deadlines. Communicates well to build positive relationships and support team productivity.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work history
Payroll administrator & Sales Ledger administrator
Laver Group Limited
Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taf
2016.02 - 2026.06
- Resolved discrepancies promptly, improving overall operational accuracy and efficiency.
- Managed timesheets, ensuring accurate reflection of employees' working hours.
- Reduced errors in data entry through rigorous attention to detail.
- Assisted with financial audits to assure complete transparency of payroll operations.
- Facilitated management decisions by providing relevant payroll expenditure reports regularly.
- Liaised with external agencies such as HMRC to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Compiled summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions, leave, disability and nontaxable wages annually for tax season preparation.
- Streamlined communication lines between departments for efficient exchange of information about payroll matters.
- Updated payroll records by tracking changes in exemptions, job status, and pay rates.
- Generated reports, aiding in management decision-making processes.
- Collaborated with HR department for smooth onboarding and off-boarding procedures.
- Calculated overtime pay correctly; rewarded hardworking employees justly.
- Ensured accurate record keeping for seamless auditing and compliance review.
- Adjusted salaries accordingly when staff promotions took place-ensured fair remuneration.
- Conducted spot checks on payrolls to assure accuracy before finalisation.
- Enhanced payroll efficiency by streamlining the processing system.
- Stayed abreast with latest tax laws to maintain compliance within the organisation's payroll system.
- Maintained full confidentiality whilst handling sensitive employee information.
- Managed annual leave records accurately; helped avoid conflicts and disruptions due to overlapping holidays.
- Managed employee records on database to maintain accuracy and updated information.
- Audited time and attendance records, enhancing payroll accuracy.
- Responded to enquiries and provided information regarding payroll related matters.
- Handled challenging situations with sensitivity and understanding.
- Responded promptly to inquiries regarding payroll, pension, and expense reimbursements.
- Administered confidential payroll records, meticulously maintaining data integrity.
- Dispensed forms such as P45s and P60s accurately and on time.
- Used payroll software to streamline processes for increased efficiency.
- Collaborated with HR department to streamline employee data.
- Evaluated discrepancies and rectified payroll errors.
- Utilised advanced Excel skills to create up-to-date reports.
- Determined holiday pay entitlements with precision, maintaining compliance.
- Provided administrative support to accounting department.
- Produced ageing reports using accounting software for effective debt management.
- Reconciled accounts receivable ledger to general ledger for accurate financial reporting.
- Monitored daily banking activities, ensuring all transactions were accurately recorded.
- Responded promptly to customer enquiries, enhancing customer service standards.
- Resolved invoice queries, facilitating smoother business operations.
- Investigated and resolved billing discrepancies leading to increased financial accuracy.
- Verified and posted sales transactions, contributing to financial transparency.
- Managed sales ledger for enhanced financial accuracy.
- Worked on credit control tasks to minimise risk of bad debts.
- Prepared monthly statements to ensure timely payment from clients.
- Assisted finance team during busy periods offering valuable support.
- Maintained client relationships for better customer satisfaction.
- Streamlined collections process, reducing overdue accounts significantly.
Contract administrator
Westward Energy Services
Pontardawe, Neath Port Talbot
2015.11 - 2016.02
- Enhanced company reputation by ensuring consistency and accuracy in all contracts.
- Ensured timely completion of project tasks by enforcing strict adherence to contract terms.
Sales ledger assistant
Laver Group Limited
Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taf
2014.05 - 2015.11
- Coordinated with the Sales team to rectify discrepancies in invoicing, ensuring consistency in records.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and financial regulations during all transactions.
- Assisted finance team during busy periods offering valuable support.
- Streamlined collections process, reducing overdue accounts significantly.
Finance manager
Rhondda Housing Association
Tonypandy, Rhondda Cynon Taf
1997.09 - 2014.01
- Streamlined financial procedures to improve efficiency and accuracy.
- Facilitated capital-raising initiatives supporting business expansion efforts.
- Implemented new financial systems enhancing data accessibility and reliability.
- Guided merger and acquisition processes, ensuring seamless transitions.
Management accounts assistant
Western Mail & Echo
Cardiff
1992.09 - 1997.09
- Improved transparency in financial dealings by maintaining comprehensive records of business transactions.
- Identified discrepancies in accounts payable and receivable leading to improved financial integrity.
- Processed invoices accurately and promptly for smooth cash flow management.
- Analysed complex financial data to provide actionable insights for senior management.
Education
BTEC National Diploma in Business and Finance -
Rhondda College of Further Education
Llwynypia, Rhondda Cynon Taf 09/1990 - 06/1992
Skills
- Attachment of earnings orders
- Payroll legislation knowledge
- P45 and p60 handling
- Court order payments
- Maternity pay calculations
- Year-End processing
- Statutory sick pay
- End of year reports
- Compliance awareness
- Software literacy
- Tax code understanding
- Real time information compliance
- Student loan deduction handling
- Payroll accounting mastery
- Monthly reconciliations
- Redundancy payments
- Auto enrolment experience
- PAYE online system use
- HMRC legislation understanding
- Payslip generation
- Payroll reports generation
Affiliations
- Ghost Hunting
- Reading
- Gaming
Timeline
Payroll administrator & Sales Ledger administrator
Laver Group Limited
2016.02 - 2026.06
Contract administrator
Westward Energy Services
2015.11 - 2016.02
Sales ledger assistant
Laver Group Limited
2014.05 - 2015.11
Finance manager
Rhondda Housing Association
1997.09 - 2014.01
Management accounts assistant
Western Mail & Echo
1992.09 - 1997.09
BTEC National Diploma in Business and Finance -
Rhondda College of Further Education
09/1990 - 06/1992