Eden Scott Accountancy & Finance Division is delighted to be partnering with a highly respected organisation in Edinburgh to recruit an experienced Senior Payroll Officer on a full-time, permanent and hybrid basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for a payroll professional who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys ownership of end‑to‑end processes, and is confident managing both payroll and reward activities.
You’ll play a key role in delivering accurate, compliant payrolls while supporting the wider HR and Finance teams with reward, benefits and governance. This role offers variety, responsibility and the chance to make a real impact within a well‑established organisation.
Key responsibilities:
* Deliver 4 monthly UK payrolls + 2 global monthly payrolls accurately for c.1k employees, on time and in line with legislation, service levels and corporate governance standards
* Oversee all payroll processing including salaries, bonuses, pensions, deductions and reporting
* Ensure full compliance with HMRC regulations, employment law and internal controls
* Regularly audit payroll data to identify, investigate and resolve discrepancies
* Liaise closely with HR and Finance to coordinate employee data, reporting and process alignment
* Manage pension contributions, statutory payments (SMP, SSP etc.) and employee benefits
* Lead all year‑end activities including P60s and P11Ds
* Keep up to date with payroll legislation and best practice, ensuring changes are implemented effectively
* Work collaboratively with HR and Finance to ensure reward initiatives are accurate, integrated and cost‑effective
* Manage monthly processes to maintain reward and benefit accuracy
* Support the annual renewal cycle and supplier tenders alongside the Head of HR
* Manage reward‑related communications to ensure clarity, transparency and employee engagement
* Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting compensation and benefits, advising the Head of HR on key updates
What we’re looking for
To be considered for this role, you will bring:
* Eligibility to obtain a Counter Terrorist Check (must have lived in the UK for the last 3 consecutive years)
* Strong understanding of current payroll legislation, compliance requirements and technical controls
* Strong experience within a similar payroll position
* Proven experience managing all compliance aspects of payroll including NMW, auto‑enrolment and year‑end processes
* Knowledge of reward management and salary sacrifice schemes (desirable)
* Excellent attention to detail, strong interpersonal skills and confident communication
If you're interested in this opportunity or are keen to find out more, please submit your CV to Emma O'Connor at Eden Scott.