Payroll Analyst/Analyst
Employer Location West Yorkshire, England, Bradford Salary - per day + Circa £130 per day Closing date 8 Jan 2026 View more categoriesView less categories Sector Salary band Contract type Hours Where will they be working You need to or to save a job.
Job Details
The Opportunity
Our client, a well‑established organisation with a busy Payroll Department, is seeking a Payroll Analyst / Analyst to join their team on a temporary 3‑month basis. This is an excellent opportunity for payroll professionals or analytically minded individuals with experience in compliance, finance, or data analysis. You'll be joining a supportive environment where accuracy, problem‑solving, and collaboration are highly valued.
Key Responsibilities
1. Review payroll data and transactions to identify errors, anomalies, and inconsistencies.
2. Resolve complex pay queries, enquiries, issues, and complaints, escalating where appropriate.
3. Complete payroll transactional processing with precision and timeliness.
4. Support the management of payroll credit transfers and emergency CHAPS payments.
5. Ensure statutory deductions are correctly applied and accounted for.
6. Produce and dispatch statutory returns, including those for taxable benefits, within deadlines.
Candidate Profile
We are keen to hear from candidates who bring:
7. Payroll experience or strong analytical/compliance/data‑handling skills.
8. Excellent problem‑solving ability and attention to detail.
9. Strong communication skills to manage sensitive queries effectively.
10. The ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
Working Pattern
11. 2 days per week in the Bradford office (Tuesday & Thursday).
12. Remaining days home‑based, offering flexibility and balance.