Temporary Payroll Officer (3-6 Months, Hybrid Working) Role Overview We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Officer to support our payroll operations during a period of increased workload. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering accurate and timely payroll processing, ensuring full compliance with statutory requirements and internal policies. This is a hands-on role requiring strong technical payroll knowledge, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to work independently in a hybrid environment. Key Responsibilities Payroll Processing Prepare and process monthly/fortnightly/weekly payroll for employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Input and validate payroll changes such as new starters, leavers, salary amendments, bonuses, overtime, and statutory payments. Reconcile payroll each period, investigating and resolving discrepancies. Statutory Compliance Ensure correct calculations and reporting for PAYE, National Insurance, pensions, SSP, SMP, SPP, and other statutory obligations. Maintain compliance with HMRC regulations and payroll best practice. Assist with year-end processes, including P60s, P11Ds, and other statutory returns as required. Systems & Data Maintain accurate employee payroll records within the payroll/HRIS systems. Support payroll systems updates, testing, and process improvements. Work with HR and Finance to ensure data integrity and alignment across systems. Employee Support Respond to employee payroll queries promptly and professionally. Provide clear explanations around pay, deductions, tax, and benefits where needed. Collaboration Liaise closely with HR, Finance, and department managers to ensure accurate payroll inputs. Support external audits and supply required payroll documentation when requested. Skills & Experience Required Essential Proven experience in end-to-end payroll processing (in-house or outsourced). Strong working knowledge of UK payroll legislation, tax, NI, and statutory payments. Proficient with payroll software and Microsoft Excel. High level of accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage tight deadlines. You will have a hybrid working arrangement (3 office days per week). Role is based on the outskirts of Solihull