About the Role
We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly analytical Payroll Officer with strong UK payroll experience and advanced Excel skills to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional who wants to deepen their UK expertise while gaining hands-on exposure to EMEA payroll operations.
You will play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely processing of UK payroll, while supporting the wider team with reporting, reconciliation, and continuous improvement initiatives. Over time, you will have the opportunity to learn and assist with EMEA payrolls, expanding your international payroll knowledge.
Key Responsibilities
UK Payroll (Core Focus):
End-to-end processing of UK payroll
EMEA payroll processing
Ensure compliance with HMRC legislation, statutory payments, pensions, and benefits
Manage starters, leavers, and payroll changes
Reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies
Prepare payroll journals and support month-end reporting
Handle payroll queries in a timely and professional mannerReporting & Analysis:
Use advanced Excel (pivot tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, formulas, data validation) to analyse payroll data
Perform payroll reconciliations and variance analysis
Generate ad hoc payroll reports for Finance and HREMEA Exposure (Development Opportunity):
Support payroll processes across selected EMEA countries
Assist with international payroll reconciliations and compliance checks
Learn country-specific payroll legislation and practices
Liaise with external payroll providers where applicable
About You
Proven experience processing UK payroll end-to-end
Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirements
Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, complex formulas, data analysis)
High attention to detail and strong reconciliation skills
Ability to manage confidential data with integrity
Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally
Interest in developing knowledge of EMEA payrolls
Desirable
5 years + payroll experience
CIPP qualification (or studying towards)
What We Offer
Opportunity to expand into EMEA payroll
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Professional development opportunities
Competitive salary and benefitsThe Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position