We're looking for a proactive and detail-oriented individual to support our Payroll Team Leader in ensuring all payroll tasks are completed accurately and on time. This role is ideal for someone with knowledge of PAYE, National Insurance, statutory payments, and pensions, who can act as a key point of contact for queries and escalations from managers and employees across the business. As a payroll expert, you will play a crucial role in reviewing processes for efficiency, sharing your expertise with team members, and providing ongoing training and support. Youll be responsible for processing and finalising monthly payrolls in line with agreed schedules, ensuring compliance and consistency at every step. About DFS It takes a whole lot of passion to be at the centre of what makes a house feel like home and thats just what we do at DFS. Were the leading sofa retail specialist in the UK, helping people find a comfy seat on their great quality sofas since 1969. We're a market leader in the UK because of one thing: our people. Our people made us who we are and will drive us into our ambitious future, together. We offer incredible opportunities to get stuck into fun and meaningful work as well as learn new skills so you can really find your thing. What you'll be doing Support the Payroll supervisor to ensure key tasks and deadlines are met Shares knowledge and experience with other team members, providing ongoing training and support Knowledge of statutory legislation relating to PAYE, National Insurance, Statutory payments and Pensions Point of contact for queries and escalations for Managers and Employees within the business Process reviews to ensure efficient ways of working within the team Process expert for the relevant payrolls access the team Responsible for the processing and finalising of monthly payrolls in line with the payroll schedules The role is for you if Strong communication (written and verbal) skills Strong analytical skills and attention to detail with a high level of accuracy Time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines Self-motivation and flexibility with strong organisational, planning and administrative skills. Integrity and Confidentiality 2 years payroll experience (ideally in a retail or manufacturing environment) Demonstrable experience of supporting new technologies and/or system changes Computer literate ideally Experience testing new functionality and training team members Experience of MHR ITrent and Iris Cascade would be beneficial DFS Benefits Excellent salary Bonus Benefits Progression and Development opportunities to grow your skills A huge 30% colleague discount, plus 15% friends & family discount across our Group (DFS, Sofology, Dwell) Generous holiday allowance the time you need to rest and relax and the longer youre with us, the more time youll get! Opportunity to purchase additional holidays each year! Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave to give you the time you need to settle in with your new family member Access to a range of high street & online discounts from: Sainsburys, ASOS, Currys PC World, IKEA, John Lewis and more. Discounted Gym and Cinema memberships to help you unwind Group Pension Scheme Group Sharesave Scheme Life Assurance & Company Sick Pay Full comprehensive training Paid days to volunteer each year Any offer is subject to references & DBS Checks Due to the volume of applications, we reserve the right to close this role early and so encourage you to complete your application as soon as possible. ADZN1_UKTJ