Our client is seeking a meticulous and experienced Payroll Specialist to oversee UK payroll operations across two sites.
This role plays a critical part in ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time, while maintaining full compliance with HMRC regulations and statutory requirements. You will also support the integration of a new payroll and HR system, contributing to process improvement and data accuracy.
Payroll Specialist - Key Responsibilities
* Manage end-to-end payroll processing (weekly and monthly), including gross-to-net calculations, overtime, and bonus payments
* Ensure full compliance with HMRC regulations, including RTI submissions (FPS and EPS)
* Administer statutory payments such as SSP, SMP, and SPP in line with current legislation
* Oversee workplace pension auto-enrolment, including assessments, opt-outs, and contributions
* Lead year-end payroll processes, including P60 distribution, P45 processing, and P11D reporting
* Handle payroll deductions including student loans, AEOs, and salary sacrifice schemes
* Act as the main point of contact for payroll-related employee queries
* Support payroll and HR system integration, including migration into Moorepay
* Maintain organisational structure data within the system
* Generate regular and ad hoc HR reports (e.g. absence, headcount, holidays)
* Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to ensure seamless service delivery
* Occasional travel to other sites, including Banbury (Oxfordshire) and Spalding (Lincolshire)
Candidate Profile
Essential
* Proven experience managing end-to-end UK payroll
* Strong understanding of HR data structures and payroll processes
* In-depth knowledge of UK tax, National Insurance, and National Minimum Wage compliance
* Advanced Excel skills (e.g. VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables)
* Excellent organisational and communication skills
* Experience working collaboratively with HR and Finance teams
* High level of discretion and understanding of UK GDPR
Desirable
* Experience supporting payroll system implementations or integrations
* CIPP qualification (Level 3 or 4)
* Familiarity with payroll systems such as Moorepay, Access, or Greentree
Key Competencies
* High attention to detail and accuracy
* Analytical and problem-solving mindset
* Strong stakeholder management skills
* Confidentiality and integrity
* Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
* Process-driven and methodical approach
Benefits aligned to the Payroll Specialist role
* Private medical insurance (post-probation, includes family cover)
* Life insurance (4x salary)
* Contributory pension schemes (up to 8% employer contribution)
* Long-term sickness support (after 13 weeks, subject to eligibility)
* 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
* Flexible working hours (full-time or part-time options available)
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