Your new company
FULL OR PART TIME (4 DAYS) AVAILABLE
HYBRID WORKING - 1-2 DAYS IN THE OFFICE
TO APPLY FOR THIS VACANCY YOU MUST HAVE PERMANENT UK RTW & FULL END-TO-END PAYROLL KNOWLEDGE
A well-established, nationwide specialist services organisation is looking to recruit a Stand-Alone Payroll Specialist to take ownership of the payroll function. With operations spanning multiple UK locations and a large, diverse workforce, the business delivers complex projects within a highly regulated sector.
Recognised for its inclusive culture, supportive leadership, and commitment to excellence, this is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and growing organisation that genuinely invests in its people and offers long-term development opportunities.
Your new role
As the Stand-Alone Payroll Specialist, you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth and accurate delivery of payroll services across the business.
- Processing weekly and monthly payrolls from start to finish, ensuring accuracy and compliance at every stage
- Managing statutory payroll submissions, including EPS filings, within strict deadlines
- Reviewing and analysing timesheet data to identify discrepancies, trends, and potential issues
- Administering payroll deductions, including attachment of earnings orders, pensions, and other voluntary deductions.
- Managing new starter and leaver processes, including all associated payroll documentation such as P45s
- Acting as the first point of contact for payroll-related queries, providing clear and professional guidance on pay, tax, and deductions
- Supporting year-end payroll activities, including P11 Ds where applicable
- Producing payroll reports and analysis, including gender pay gap reporting
- Working closely with internal stakeholders and external organisations to maintain payroll accuracy and compliance
- Providing additional support to the finance team as required
What you'll need to succeed
- Proven payroll experience with end-to-end responsibility, ideally across both weekly and monthly payroll cycles
- Strong knowledge of PAYE, National Insurance, pensions, and current payroll legislation
- Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage high-volume payroll data accurately
- Advanced Excel skills with confidence in analysing and manipulating data
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain payroll information clearly to colleagues at all levels
- A proactive and flexible approach, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities
- A team-focused mindset and willingness to support broader business and finance objectives
What you'll get in return
- Competitive salary with regular annual salary reviews
- Generous holiday entitlement, with additional leave awarded for long service
- Enhanced employer pension contributions
- Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
- Free on-site parking
- Regular performance and development reviews
- Ongoing training and genuine career progression opportunities
- Employee wellbeing programme, including access to confidential support services
- Opportunities to get involved in community, fundraising, and charity initiatives
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