About HMG Our passion is to be the best, not the biggest, paint company in the world, that customers want to work with, and the most talented people want to work for. Established in 1930 HMG Paints has grown to become the UKs Leading Independent Paint Manufacturer. We are a family business with many generations of families working across the business. Our culture is important to us in achieving our vision. We all share a passion to improve; improve ourselves, our coatings, our community and improve as a company. For this HMG have accepted numerous awards such as the UK Coatings Care award, Family Business of the Year and were the first independent UK Paint Company to be awarded British Standards quality BS5750 (FM1524). HMG is in the midst of an exciting transformation within our newly reimagined People Centre (formerly HR). We're integrating new systems, refining our processes, and building a future-ready foundation for our people operations. We pride ourselves on a relaxed, family-oriented culture built on long service, mutual respect, and strong relationships. As we evolve, we're looking for a meticulous and dedicated Payroll Specialist to help shape robust and efficient processes that protect our people and reflect our values. Role Summary This is a pivotal role in ensuring the accurate, timely, and compliant processing of payroll across the organisation. Youll manage the full payroll cycle, audit our People and payroll systems, and support the administration of employee rewards and benefits. Youll also be a trusted point of contact for employees and managers, especially as we embed new systems and ways of working. Key Responsibilities: Payroll Processing Process monthly payrolls including salaries, overtime, bonuses, and expenses Manage statutory and voluntary deductions (PAYE, NI, pensions, student loans, etc.) Handle starters, leavers, and employee changes (e.g. promotions, salary adjustments, tax codes) Ensure compliance with UK payroll legislation and HMRC regulations Administer SSP, SMP, SAP, SPP, SHPP and prepare BACS files for payments Data Management & Auditing Maintain accurate payroll records in systems such as Employment Hero. Conduct regular reconciliations and audits to ensure data integrity Collaborate with People Centre to align People and payroll data Support year-end procedures including P60s, P11Ds, and statutory returns Reporting & Analytics Run key People reports and audit HR data Generate payroll reports for Finance, HR, and leadership teams Support internal and external audits and stay current on payroll legislation Reward & Benefits Administration Administer pension schemes, life assurance, and other benefits Manage benefit enrolments, renewals, and employee queries Support salary reviews and bonus calculations Employee Support & Communication Be the go-to for payroll and benefit queries, offering clear and empathetic guidance Educate employees on payslips, tax codes, and deductions and be proactive in advising on changes Provide support on payroll policies and procedures Process Improvement Identify and implement process improvements across payroll and People functions Help document and update payroll policies Support the rollout of new HR and payroll system features What Youll Bring 5 years in a payroll processing role Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and statutory payments Experience optimising and auditing HR/payroll systems and generating reports Proficiency in payroll software (e.g. Employment Hero etc.) and Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables) Experience with employee benefits administration CIPP qualification or working towards one (desirable) Skills & Attributes Impeccable attention to detail and accuracy Strong numerical and analytical skills Excellent time management and organisational abilities Clear and empathetic communication style High integrity and discretion with sensitive data Adaptability and resilience in a changing environment A collaborative, customer-focused mindset At HMG we offer colleagues a range of benefits some of the highlights include: Profit share Opportunities for Training and Development (NVQs, HNCs/HNDs, MBAs, Coatings Training Institute) Competitive Salary Flexible working 1pm Friday finish Paid holiday entitlement increasing with service All bank holidays off Christmas and New Years break Day off and Double Pay on your birthday Free onsite Parking Accessible by public transport (Nearest Bus Stop: Rochdale Road 0.3 miles, Nearest Tram Stop: Queens Road 0.5 miles, Nearest Train Station: Victoria Station 1 mile) Onsite subsidised canteen Annual staff BBQ Charity fundraising events/activities Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme Digital GP Access for employees and immediate family. Wellbeing hub which covers three core area of wellbeing: financial wellbeing, mental wellbeing, and physical wellbeing. Bereavement support & Funeral planning