Overview
Payroll & Benefits Specialist role at Broster Buchanan. Full-time, permanent position in Northampton. Hours: 8:30am – 5:00pm, 40 hours per week. Office based.
Role
As Payroll & Benefits Specialist, you'll take ownership of payroll operations and be the link between employees, HR & finance teams, and the outsourced payroll provider. Your mission: deliver a seamless payroll and benefits experience for employees while ensuring compliance with all statutory and legislative requirements.
Key Responsibilities
* Act as the primary contact for payroll processing with the outsourced payroll provider.
* Review and approve payroll reports, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
* Manage statutory payments (sick pay, maternity/paternity leave, deductions) in coordination with the provider.
* Conduct regular payroll audits, resolving discrepancies proactively.
* Partner with HR and Finance to ensure payroll aligns with company policies and legal obligations.
* Handle employee pay queries with professionalism and empathy.
* Stay ahead of legislative changes, ensuring full compliance with tax and employment laws.
* Produce insightful reports on payroll performance for senior management.
Qualifications
* Proven experience in payroll administration/management.
* Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation, tax regulations, and pension schemes.
* Skilled in working with or managing outsourced payroll providers.
* Meticulous attention to detail with the ability to spot discrepancies quickly.
* Confident communicator, able to build strong relationships across the business.
* Familiar with audit processes, compliance reporting, and payroll-related financial analysis.
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