At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead payroll system implementation and optimise processes for efficiency and compliance.
- Company: Dynamic retail company based in Liverpool with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Flexible temporary role with opportunities to enhance your payroll expertise.
- Other info: Engage with stakeholders and develop best practices for long-term success.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by improving payroll processes and supporting a smooth transition.
- Qualifications: Experience in payroll systems and strong knowledge of compliance requirements.
The predicted salary is between 54000 - 66000 £ per year.
Temporary project role.
About Our Client A company operating in the retail sector based in Liverpool.
Job Description Take ownership of a payroll system implementation, ensuring a smooth transition into business-as-usual operations.
Identify and resolve outstanding payroll issues, stabilising processes and "stopping the bleeding" following implementation.
Conduct a diagnostic review of existing payroll processes, identifying root causes of recurring issues and recommending practical improvements.
Lead payroll process optimisation, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across end-to-end payroll operations.
Support change management activities, engaging with stakeholders to drive adoption of new processes and ways of working.
Manage payroll testing, including user acceptance testing (UAT), identifying defects and ensuring issues are resolved before go-live or project completion.
Develop and document new payroll processes, controls, and best practice procedures to support long-term operational success.
Provide guidance and training to payroll users and key stakeholders to ensure confidence in the new system.
Ensure payroll remains compliant with UK payroll legislation, HMRC requirements, pensions, and company policies throughout the implementation.
Support knowledge transfer to the permanent payroll team, leaving a stable, well-documented payroll function at the end of the assignment.
The Successful Applicant A successful Payroll Implementation Specialist should have: Proven experience in payroll systems implementation or management.
Strong knowledge of payroll processes and compliance requirements.
Excellent technical skills and familiarity with payroll software.
Attention to detail and the ability to handle sensitive data with discretion.
Good communication skills to liaise with internal teams and provide training.
Temporary position offering flexibility and a chance to enhance payroll expertise.
Payroll Implementation Consultant Advisor in Liverpool employer: Michael Page International
Michael Page is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Leeds that fosters professional growth and development. With a strong focus on mentoring and team collaboration, employees benefit from hybrid working arrangements and a competitive salary package, including performance-based bonuses. Joining this multinational organisation means being part of a high-growth team dedicated to delivering exceptional tax compliance services across diverse sectors.
Contact Details:
Michael Page International Recruitment Team
