Role Overview This position is focused on managing the weekly payroll cycle for a large, varied workforce. Staff numbers fluctuate throughout the year, typically ranging between 200-250 employees, with a significant portion provided through agency partners. Key Responsibilities The successful candidate will take full ownership of the end‑to‑end weekly payroll process, including: Retrieving weekly attendance data from the time‑and‑attendance system and reconciling it against supervisory shift records. Investigating any discrepancies in attendance or absence, escalating queries to supervisors where required. Finalising and submitting agency worker timesheets every Monday morning. Uploading corrected payroll data into the payroll software. Applying bonuses, overtime, holiday pay, and sickness payments before payroll approval. Preparing payroll for submission to the banking system for final sign‑off. Maintaining an up‑to‑date employee status tracker in Excel to support financial reporting. Producing occasional reports for senior finance and leadership teams. Providing administrative support to HR, including filing, headcount reporting, gender pay reporting and similar tasks. The role sits within the finance function and works closely with both finance and HR colleagues. Systems Used Time & Attendance / Biometric software Payroll software (Sage or similar) Microsoft Excel What We're Looking For High level of accuracy and strong attention to detail Ability to work independently and manage deadlines Professional communication skills Confidence liaising with managers across different departments Resilience and a proactive approach Salary £30,000 - £35,000 depending on experience Working Hours Full‑time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm (30‑minute lunch break)Flexibility may be available The role has previously been completed within a four‑day week or adjusted around school hours. Location This is an on‑site position. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk