We’re working closely with a busy, well-established business just outside Petersfield who need an experienced Payroll Officer to support them through an interim period. Joining a friendly and down-to-earth team, you’ll take ownership of delivering a reliable, accurate payroll service, ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time, while keeping everything compliant and well organised behind the scenes.
What will the Payroll Officer role involve?
- Managing the end-to-end payroll process, ensuring accuracy and timely payments
- Processing timesheets and variable pay, flagging discrepancies and resolving queries
- Administering payroll changes, deductions and statutory adjustments
- Handling RTI submissions and supporting year-end processes in line with HMRC requirements
- Acting as a key point of contact for payroll queries, providing clear and practical guidance
Suitable Candidate for the Payroll Officer vacancy
- Proven experience running end-to-end UK payroll
- Confident working with timesheets, variable pay and statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SPP)
- Strong understanding of HMRC reporting, including RTI
- Comfortable managing pensions and auto-enrolment processes
- Detail-focused, organised and able to prioritise in a busy environment
- Confident using payroll systems and maintaining accurate, GDPR-compliant records
Additional benefits and information for the role of Payroll Officer
- Immediate start with an ongoing interim assignment
- Supportive team environment with clear processes in place
- Opportunity to step into a busy role and make an immediate impact
- Office based, 37.5 hours per week, although applicants seeking reduced hours will also be considered
- Hourly rate dependent on experience
CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn’t discriminate on any protected characteristics.
