Senior Payroll Executive
Department: Payroll
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Kilmarnock
Description
To deliver accurate and timely payroll services for a portfolio of clients, ensuring compliance with legislation and internal standards. The role involves maintaining strong client relationships, supporting team operations, and contributing to process improvements. At Senior level, the position includes managing complex payrolls, mentoring colleagues, and driving best practice across the team.
We pride ourselves on providing a high-quality service with a personal approach.
We have a vibrant, dynamic and highly professional department who deal with all aspects of the increasingly complex payroll legislation on behalf of a wide variety of clients.
We are continually looking to expand and develop the department.
You’ll be responsible for delivering an accurate, timely and comprehensive payroll service to our varied portfolio of clients.
Key Responsibilities
* Accurately process payrolls of varying complexity in line with client deadlines and statutory requirements.
* Perform manual calculations for gross-to-net payslips, including complex tax codes, high tax bandings, and retrospective adjustments.
* Independently manage a portfolio of complex payrolls, proactively plan workload, and provide compliance guidance to clients.
* Maintain strong, professional relationships with clients throughout the payroll cycle.
* Keep up to date with Auto-Enrolment (AE) legislation, statutory absence rules, and HMRC requirements.
* Apply GDPR principles and maintain confidentiality at all times.
* Share knowledge and provide guidance to junior team members.
* Mentor and coach team members, contribute to process improvements, and act as a role model for Dains Values.
* Manage workload effectively and seek support when needed.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
Essential:
* Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
* Proficiency in MS Office; advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables) desirable.
* Ability to work to deadlines and adapt to changing priorities.
Desirable:
* Level 3 Payroll Qualification or equivalent experience.
* Experience with payroll software (e.g., Paycircle) and integrations.
* For Senior level: Proven ability to manage complex payrolls and mentor team members.
Job Benefits
* Hybrid and flexible work options
* Buy and sell annual leave
* Life assurance
* Private medical
* Cycle to work scheme
* Greener car scheme
* Regular development reviews and training
* Group staff pension scheme
* Discounted shopping platform
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