Payroll officer

Job Description Your new company /n /n An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a well-established, nationally recognised organisation that plays a vital role in connecting people and communities across the UK. With a workforce of approximately 2000 employees and a strong focus on people, service, and continuous improvement, this organisation offers a collaborative and supportive environment where payroll is recognised as a key business function Your new role /n /n As a Payroll Assistant, you'll join a close-knit payroll team of four and report directly to the Payroll Manager. Supporting the end-to-end payroll process for a large and varied workforce, you'll gain exposure to complex payroll calculations, multiple pay frequencies, pension schemes, and evolving payroll legislation responsibilities will include: /n /n - Processing payroll accurately and within agreed deadlines /n - Managing payroll queries and providing excellent employee support /n - Calculating statutory payments, adjustments, and arrears /n - Supporting pension administration and payroll compliance activities /n - Assisting with year-end payroll processes and statutory reporting /n - Producing payroll-related reports and management information /n - Supporting payroll projects, system enhancements, and process improvements /n /n What you'll need to succeed /n /n To be successful, you'll have previous payroll experience and a good understanding of payroll legislation, including PAYE, National Insurance, SSP, and SMP. You will be highly organised, detail-oriented, and confident working to deadlines within a fast-paced environment. /n You'll also demonstrate: /n /n - Previous payroll administration experience /n - Strong numerical and analytical skills /n - Good Excel and Microsoft Office knowledge /n - Excellent communication and customer service skills /n - The ability to prioritise workload effectively /n - Payroll qualifications (or working towards one) would be advantageous /n /n What you'll get in return /n /n This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected organisation that offers long-term career development, a supportive team culture, and a comprehensive benefits package, including: /n /n - Salary circa £33,000 /n - Permanent, full-time position /n - Hybrid work (2-3 days in the office) /n - Central Manchester location /n - 25 days annual leave, increasing with service /n - Outstanding pension arrangements /n - Significant discounted travel benefits /n - Exposure to complex payroll operations and career development opportunities /n /n What you need to do now /n If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. /n If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. /n Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays