At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage end-to-end payroll processes for 1.2k employees, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
- Company: Join a respected organisation in Edinburgh with a dynamic work environment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and the chance to make a real impact.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a fast-paced, collaborative setting.
- Why this job: Be a key player in payroll management and support HR initiatives.
- Qualifications: Strong payroll legislation knowledge and experience in a similar role.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Eden Scott Accountancy & Finance Division is delighted to be partnering with a highly respected organisation in Edinburgh to recruit an experienced Senior Payroll/ Payroll Manager on a full‑time, 12m FTC. This is a fantastic opportunity for a payroll professional who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys ownership of end‑to‑end processes, and is confident managing both payroll and reward activities. You’ll play a key role in delivering accurate, compliant payrolls while supporting the wider HR and Finance teams with reward, benefits and governance. This role offers variety, responsibility and the chance to make a real impact within a well‑established organisation.
Key responsibilities
- Deliver 4 monthly UK payrolls for c.1.2k employees, on time and in line with legislation, service levels and corporate governance standards
- Oversee all payroll processing including salaries, bonuses, pensions, deductions and reporting
- Ensure full compliance with HMRC regulations, employment law and internal controls
- Regularly audit payroll data to identify, investigate and resolve discrepancies
- Liaise closely with HR and Finance to coordinate employee data, reporting and process alignment
- Manage pension contributions, statutory payments (SMP, SSP etc.) and employee benefits
- Lead all year‑end activities including P60s and P11Ds
- Keep up to date with payroll legislation and best practice, ensuring changes are implemented effectively
- Work collaboratively with HR and Finance to ensure reward initiatives are accurate, integrated and cost‑effective
- Manage monthly processes to maintain reward and benefit accuracy
- Support the annual renewal cycle and supplier tenders alongside the Head of HR
- Manage reward‑related communications to ensure clarity, transparency and employee engagement
- Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting compensation and benefits, advising the Head of HR on key updates
What we’re looking for
- Strong understanding of current payroll legislation, compliance requirements and technical controls
- Strong experience within a similar payroll position
- Proven experience managing all compliance aspects of payroll including NMW, auto‑enrolment and year‑end processes
- Knowledge of reward management and salary sacrifice schemes (desirable)
- Excellent attention to detail, strong interpersonal skills and confident communication
If you're interested in this opportunity or are keen to find out more, please submit your CV to Emma O'Connor at Eden Scott.
Payroll Senior/Manager 12m FTC employer: Eden Scott
Eden Scott is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of Edinburgh where payroll professionals can thrive. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, the company fosters a collaborative culture that values accuracy and compliance while providing opportunities to make a significant impact within a well-established organisation. Employees benefit from competitive remuneration, comprehensive support for professional development, and the chance to engage in meaningful work that directly influences the success of the HR and Finance teams.
