Payroll Specialist, HAYS – Guardian Jobs
We are working exclusively with London Borough of Brent to recruit for their busy payroll department.
Responsibilities
* Manage end‑to‑end monthly payroll and pensions on a high‑volume basis.
* Ensure accurate calculation of wages, deductions, bonuses and benefits.
* Review and approve payroll reports before final submission.
* Ensure compliance with local, national and international payroll laws and regulations.
* Prepare and submit statutory filings (e.g., HMRC in the UK).
* Maintain accurate records for audits and internal reviews.
* Maintain and update payroll systems and employee records.
* Collaborate with HR and Finance to ensure data integrity.
* Implement system upgrades or transitions when needed.
* Respond to payroll‑related queries from employees.
* Provide guidance on payslips, tax codes and deductions.
* Support onboarding and offboarding processes from a payroll perspective.
* Identify and implement improvements to payroll processes.
* Develop and document standard operating procedures.
* Train junior payroll staff or HR team members.
* Support budgeting and forecasting activities related to payroll.
* Lead or contribute to cross‑functional projects (e.g., mergers, acquisitions, system integrations).
* Deal with complex queries effectively.
* Assess historical data and rectify errors.
Qualifications and Skills
* Payroll software proficiency and experience with an integrated system.
* Data accuracy and reconciliation experience.
* Advanced Excel skills – lookups and pivot tables.
* Deep understanding of UK payroll legislation, including PAYE and National Insurance.
* Statutory payments (SSP, SMP, etc.) and ability to complete manual calculations.
* Ability to stay updated on HMRC regulations and employment law.
* CIPP qualified.
* Pension exposure.
If you have ALL of the above and are seeking a new challenge, please apply now.
Applications will be reviewed upon receipt, so apply now before the closing date changes.
No sponsorship available for this post.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Human Resources
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