At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage end-to-end payroll processes and ensure timely, accurate payments.
- Company: Join McKinty Associates, a dynamic team in Dungannon.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, annual bonus, and professional growth opportunities.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with opportunities for career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time.
- Qualifications: Experience in payroll processing and strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation required.
The predicted salary is between 36405 - 44495 £ per year.
Location: Dungannon (BT71)
Salary: £35,000 DOE plus bonus
About the Role
On behalf of our client, McKinty Associates are seeking to recruit an experienced Payroll Specialist. Working as part of our client's established Accounts team, the post holder will be responsible for managing end-to-end payroll processes across all sites, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while maintaining compliance with payroll legislation, tax regulations and statutory reporting requirements.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Processing end-to-end weekly and monthly payrolls across the UK and USA
- Managing all payroll administration, including new starters, leavers, salary changes, bonuses, overtime, statutory payments and deductions
- Completing payroll reconciliations and ensuring payroll records are maintained accurately and securely
- Administering workplace pensions, including employee enrolment, contributions, opt-ins, opt-outs and compliance with UK auto-enrolment legislation
- Ensuring compliance with HMRC legislation and relevant US payroll regulations
- Monitoring changes to payroll legislation, taxation, pensions and employment regulations across the UK and USA and implementing necessary updates
- Preparing internal financial payroll reports
- Completing year-end activities, including distribution of P60s
- Supporting internal and external payroll audits
- Liaising with HMRC, pension providers, payroll software providers, tax authorities and external advisors as required
- Undertaking any other duties as required by the Group Financial Controller to meet business needs
Eligibility Criteria
- Proven experience in end-to-end payroll processing with full standalone responsibility
- Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation, PAYE, National Insurance, statutory payments and pensions
- Knowledge of year-end payroll processes, including P60 and P11D administration
- Highly proficient in Sage Payroll software
- Excellent IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel and Word
- Previous experience dealing directly with US-based payroll cycles is desirable
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to multitask and manage deadlines and workload effectively
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Excellent time management skills
Application Information
Applications for this role will be considered immediately, with a view to placing the right individual as soon as possible. Please register your interest early, as the opening may close in advance of the advertised closing date.
McKinty Associates Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.
Payroll Specialist employer: McKinty Associates
McKinty Associates is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Belfast where teamwork and collaboration are at the forefront. With competitive salaries and opportunities for professional growth, employees can thrive in their careers while enjoying a supportive culture that values attention to detail and effective communication. Join us to be part of a multi-site engineering contractor that prioritises employee development and fosters a sense of community.
