Job Description
Interim Payroll Advisor
Reports To -Senior HR Advisor
Overview
The organisation is committed to ensuring employees are paid accurately, on time, and in line with contractual and statutory requirements. This role supports that objective by maintaining efficient payroll operations, continuously improving systems and processes, and collaborating proactively with internal and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Payroll Management
Manage end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring accurate and timely payment in accordance with internal policies and statutory requirements.
Maintain accurate HR and payroll records, ensuring compliance with data protection legislation and audit standards.
Respond to internal and external payroll queries promptly and accurately.
Calculate and administer statutory payments including maternity, sickness, paternity, and shared parental pay.
Process Attachment of Earnings orders.
Complete year-end payroll procedures.
Calculate and process manual and ad hoc payments as required.
Develop, review, and maintain payroll standard operating procedures.
Administer salary sacrifice schemes (e.g., pension, cycle to work, childcare schemes).
Produce payroll reports and provide information to relevant stakeholders as required.
Liaise with external pension advisors and support pension-related communications.
Provide general support to the wider HR team with projects and day-to-day activities.
Compliance & Governance
Ensure adherence to all relevant legal, regulatory, and organisational policies.
Maintain strict confidentiality and data security across HR and payroll systems.
Monitor legislative updates impacting payroll and ensure timely implementation of required changes.
General Responsibilities
Contribute to maintaining high standards of health and safety in line with current legislation.
Take ownership of personal performance and participate in training and development activities as required.
Promote fairness, equality, and respect in the workplace.
Comply with organisational codes of conduct, policies, and procedures at all times.
Please note that duties may evolve over time in line with business needs, without fundamentally changing the level or scope of responsibility.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Essential
Proven experience in a similar payroll role.
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
Experience using integrated HR and payroll systems.
Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Solid understanding of payroll-related legislation and compliance requirements.
Ability to apply payroll processes across HR, Finance, and IT functions.
Up-to-date knowledge of statutory payroll regulations and willingness to stay informed of legislative changes.
Flexible and adaptable approach to work.
Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Excellent organisational, planning, analytical, and IT skills.
Desirable
Professional payroll qualification (e.g., CIPP) or equivalent.
Experience with integrated HRIS platforms.
Ability to work effectively under pressure and resolve issues proactively.
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