Overview
Marketing Manager at HMG Paints Ltd. Freelance Marketing and Branding for SMEs.
HMG Paints Ltd is a leading independent UK paint manufacturer with a family heritage dating back to 1930. We value a relaxed, family-oriented culture and are undergoing an exciting transformation within our People Centre. We are seeking a meticulous and dedicated Payroll Specialist to help shape robust and efficient processes that protect our people and reflect our values.
Role summary: This is a pivotal role in ensuring the accurate, timely, and compliant processing of payroll across the organisation. You will manage the full payroll cycle, audit our People and payroll systems, and support the administration of employee rewards and benefits. You will be a trusted point of contact for employees and managers as we embed new systems and ways of working.
Key Responsibilities
* Payroll Processing – Process monthly payrolls including salaries, overtime, bonuses, and expenses; manage statutory and voluntary deductions (PAYE, NI, pensions, student loans, etc.); handle starters, leavers, and employee changes; ensure compliance with UK payroll legislation and HMRC regulations; administer SSP, SMP, SAP, SPP, SHPP and prepare BACS files for payments.
* Data Management & Auditing – Maintain accurate payroll records in systems such as Employment Hero; conduct regular reconciliations and audits; collaborate with People Centre to align people and payroll data; support year-end procedures including P60s, P11Ds, and statutory returns.
* Reporting & Analytics – Run key People reports and audit HR data; generate payroll reports for Finance, HR, and leadership teams; support internal and external audits and stay current on payroll legislation.
* Reward & Benefits Administration – Administer pension schemes, life assurance, and other benefits; manage benefit enrolments, renewals, and employee queries; support salary reviews and bonus calculations.
* Employee Support & Communication – Be the go-to for payroll and benefit queries; educate employees on payslips, tax codes, and deductions; provide guidance on payroll policies and procedures.
* Process Improvement – Identify and implement improvements across payroll and People functions; help document and update payroll policies; support the rollout of new HR and payroll system features.
What You’ll Bring
* 5+ years in a payroll processing role
* Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and statutory payments
* Experience optimising and auditing HR/payroll systems and generating reports
* Proficiency in payroll software (e.g. Employment Hero) and Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables)
* Experience with employee benefits administration
* CIPP qualification or working towards one (desirable)
Skills & Attributes
* Impeccable attention to detail and accuracy
* Strong numerical and analytical skills
* Excellent time management and organisational abilities
* Clear and empathetic communication style
* High integrity and discretion with sensitive data
* Adaptability and resilience in a changing environment
* A collaborative, customer-focused mindset
Benefits
* Profit share
* Training and development opportunities (NVQs, HNCs/HNDs, MBAs, Coatings Training Institute)
* Competitive salary
* Flexible working
* 1pm Friday finish
* Paid holiday entitlement increasing with service
* All bank holidays off
* Christmas and New Year break
* Birthday day off and double pay
* Free onsite parking
* Accessible by public transport
* Onsite subsidised canteen
* Annual staff BBQ and charity fundraising events
* Salary sacrifice pension scheme
* Digital GP access for employees and immediate family
* Wellbeing hub covering financial, mental, and physical wellbeing
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Part-time
Job function
* Human Resources
Industries
* Accounting
#J-18808-Ljbffr