Payroll officer

Job Description

Payroll Officer – Temp-to-Perm Opportunity - Isle of Wight

Your New Company
Join a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation committed to excellence in education and staff welfare. I am seeking an experienced Payroll Officer to take ownership of a critical function within this finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make an immediate impact in a standalone role that offers variety, responsibility, and the chance to shape processes in a supportive environment.
Your New Role
As Payroll Officer, you will manage the end-to-end payroll process for the organisation, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery. Working closely with HR and Finance, you’ll handle complex payroll tasks including:

* Processing monthly payroll and manual timesheets
* Managing two pension schemes (Teachers’ Pension and Local Government)
* Ensuring HMRC compliance and handling PAYE, RTI/EPS submissions
* Reconciling payroll data and liaising with our outsourced provider (CIPHR)
* Producing reports, maintaining accurate records, and supporting audits. This is a standalone position reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, with scope to move into HR. You’ll play a key role in maintaining smooth operations during a period of transition.
What You’ll Need to Succeed