We are looking to recruit a Payroll Specialist to manage a diverse portfolio of clients and take overall responsibility for ensuring all payroll matters are handled with care and in full compliance with legislation, while maintaining positive relationships with stakeholders.
Location is flexible for this role, but candidates should be within commuting distance of our Aberdeen, Glasgow, Edinburgh, or Elgin office.
The Payroll Specialist/Senior Payroll Specialist will be responsible for:
* Processing end-to-end payroll, including complex scenarios, ensuring legislative compliance
* Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of payroll and taxation legislation
* Administering auto-enrolment processes, including re-enrolment
* Conducting data analysis using Excel skills
* Organising and prioritising tasks to meet deadlines with high accuracy
* Communicating professionally with internal teams and clients
* Managing client expectations and resolving payroll issues
About You:
* You are a proactive leader in your work and professional development
* You possess excellent communication skills to positively influence others
* Experience with IRIS Payroll Professional/Pay Circle is advantageous but not essential
* Experience in a bureau environment or similar is preferred
Why JC?
Johnston Carmichael builds success stories that change lives—our clients, communities, and our people, now over 900 across the UK. We serve various industries and are part of Moore Global Network Limited, a global advisory network.
Our core values include Doing The Right Thing, Standing In Other People’s Shoes, Leading Our Future, and Remaining Relevant. We support our people through initiatives like our People and Culture Forum and encourage leadership and learning.
We have raised over £450,000 for charity in the last decade and are committed to sustainability, sponsoring events like the Kiltwalk and partnering with Netball Scotland and England Netball.
Why Payroll?
Payroll is vital in business—ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time. We help organizations stay compliant with legislation, provide outsourced payroll services, auto-enrolment support, and more, ensuring staff are paid even in unforeseen circumstances.
What You Can Expect:
Enjoy working with a great team, hybrid and flexible working, and a range of benefits. We value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds, including those with extended employment gaps.
Our development programmes, including JC Aspire and a Leadership Development Programme accredited by the University of Strathclyde Business School, support your growth.
We look forward to hearing from you
If you’re ready to write your success story with us, apply today.
At Johnston Carmichael, we are committed to diversity, equality, and inclusion. A policy document is available upon request. We also welcome applications from individuals who have had time away from paid employment.
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